1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 41 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 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 51 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130.
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, 1969 Fiat 130 (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120. 1969 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 130 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 130 | 120 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |