1970 Fiat 130 vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 BMW Z3.
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, 2001 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 130 | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 130 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
