1972 BMW Touring vs. 1984 Fiat 131
To start off, 1984 Fiat 131 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Touring (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW Touring weights approximately 4 kg more than 1984 Fiat 131. 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 Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Touring | 1984 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Touring | 131 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
