1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 123 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1971 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 130 | 2011 BMW 123 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 130 | 123 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |