2007 BMW 120 vs. 1954 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 120 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 120 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400. 2007 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1954 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1954 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 120 | 1954 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 120 | 1400 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 6.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |