1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 BMW 316
To start off, 2012 BMW 316 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 BMW 316. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2012 BMW 316. 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, 2012 BMW 316 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 130 | 2012 BMW 316 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 130 | 316 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |