1970 Fiat 130 vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 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 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1970 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, 2011 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 328 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 328 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 130 | 328 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |