2009 BMW 128 vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 2009 BMW 128 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 128 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. 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 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 128 | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 128 | 1200 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |