1959 BMW 700 vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 1971 Fiat 130 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. 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, 1971 Fiat 130 (216 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 700 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2866 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2730 mm |
