2007 BMW 523 vs. 1974 Fiat 126
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP) has 152 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1974 Fiat 126. 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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 523 | 1974 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 523 | 126 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 23 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 20 L |
