1973 BMW Touring vs. 1969 Fiat 124
To start off, 1973 BMW Touring is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW Touring weights approximately 120 kg more than 1969 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 1969 Fiat 124 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | Touring | 124 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |