2008 BMW 120 vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 120 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 120 weights approximately 451 kg more than 1959 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 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200. 2008 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 120 | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 120 | 1200 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1220 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |