2009 BMW 120 vs. 1989 Fiat 126
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1989 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1989 Fiat 126. 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 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1989 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 120 | 126 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
