2009 BMW 520 vs. 1961 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2009 BMW 520 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 520 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 520 weights approximately 715 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 520 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 520 | 1961 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 520 | 1100 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |