1962 BMW 700 vs. 1980 Fiat 131
To start off, 1980 Fiat 131 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Fiat 131 (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Fiat 131 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1962 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, 1980 Fiat 131 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 700 | 1980 Fiat 131 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 700 | 131 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2500 mm |