1971 BMW Touring vs. 2008 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2008 Fiat Idea is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Idea weights approximately 120 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2008 Fiat Idea | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | Touring | Idea |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |