2011 BMW 1 Series vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 BMW 1 Series is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 1 Series (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 585 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 1 Series is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 1 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 BMW 1 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 1 Series | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 1 Series | 500 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4374 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1803 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 35 L |
