2008 BMW 116 vs. 1976 Fiat 126
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 126 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 90 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 116 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1976 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, 2008 BMW 116 (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 1976 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 116 | 126 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 20 L |
