2008 BMW X3 vs. 1953 Fiat 1900
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1900. 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 X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1953 Fiat 1900 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | X3 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 35 L |
