2008 BMW 116 vs. 1959 Fiat 600
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 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 93 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 116 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1959 Fiat 600. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 116 | 1959 Fiat 600 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 116 | 600 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 633 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |