1971 BMW 3 vs. 2007 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW 3 (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 2007 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 3 | Strada |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
