2009 BMW 135 vs. 1961 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1100. 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 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1100. 2009 BMW 135 has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 135 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1961 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 135 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 57 L |
