2009 BMW 116 vs. 1968 Fiat 124
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 116 (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1968 Fiat 124. 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, 2009 BMW 116 (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 116 | 1968 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 116 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 44 L |
