1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 1971 Fiat 130 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 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 8 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 499 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002. 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002. 1971 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1968 BMW 2002 has manual transmission. 1968 BMW 2002 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 2002 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
