1963 BMW 1800 vs. 1975 Fiat 131
To start off, 1975 Fiat 131 is newer by 12 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 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 BMW 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 1800 (90 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 1800 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 1800 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1975 Fiat 131. 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, 1963 BMW 1800 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 1975 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 1800 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |
