1970 Fiat 130 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 41 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2011 BMW 120.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 130 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 130 | 120 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |