2009 BMW 120 vs. 1961 Fiat 1300
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. 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 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1961 Fiat 1300 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 120 | 1300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 38 L |