1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2011 BMW 323
To start off, 2011 BMW 323 is newer by 42 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, 2011 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 2011 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 130 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
