2009 BMW 323 vs. 1977 Fiat 126
To start off, 2009 BMW 323 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126.
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 323 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 323 | 1977 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 323 | 126 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1850 mm |
