1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 42 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 130 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 130 | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |