1963 BMW 1800 vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 1970 Fiat 130 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1963 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1963 BMW 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 1800 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
