1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 1974 Fiat 131
To start off, 1974 Fiat 131 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3.3 (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1974 Fiat 131. 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, 1973 BMW 3.3 (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 3.3 | 1974 Fiat 131 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 3.3 | 131 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2500 mm |