2007 BMW M vs. 1978 Fiat 126
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M weights approximately 900 kg more than 1978 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 M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M | 1978 Fiat 126 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M | 126 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1850 mm |