2009 BMW 118 vs. 1942 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 67 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 118 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1942 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1942 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1942 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 1942 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 118 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 567 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2010 mm |
