2008 BMW 116 vs. 1957 Fiat 1200
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 116 (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 116 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. 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, 2008 BMW 116 (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 1957 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 116 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |
