1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 130 | 2008 BMW X5 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 130 | X5 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 93 L |