2008 BMW 116 vs. 1966 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 116 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1966 Fiat Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Fiat Coupe (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 1966 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 116 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
