2009 BMW 120 vs. 1964 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 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 153 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 894 kg more than 1964 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1964 Fiat 500 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 120 | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 38 L |