2007 BMW 525 vs. 1980 Fiat 126
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,494 cc, 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (190 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1980 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 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126. 2007 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1980 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1980 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1980 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 525 | 126 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 652 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1850 mm |
