1972 BMW 520 vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 1974 Fiat 128 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 520 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 520 | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 520 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
