2008 BMW 330 vs. 1986 Fiat 126
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1986 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1986 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 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat 126. 2008 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1986 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1986 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1986 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 330 | 126 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1850 mm |
