2009 BMW 325 vs. 1982 Fiat 126
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1982 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 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1982 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 325 | 126 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1850 mm |
