1959 BMW 600 vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 1975 Fiat 130 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 600 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1959 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 600 | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 600 | 130 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 581 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2730 mm |