2007 BMW 120 vs. 2007 Fiat Strada
To start off, both 2007 BMW 120 and 2007 Fiat Strada were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 120 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 120 | 2007 Fiat Strada | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 120 | Strada |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |