2009 BMW 330 vs. 1989 Fiat 126
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 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 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1989 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat 126.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1989 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 330 | 126 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 703 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
