2009 BMW 335 vs. 1977 Fiat 126
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 1022 kg more than 1977 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1977 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 335 | 126 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 20 L |
