1973 BMW Touring vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto

To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 250 kg more than 1973 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.

Compare all specifications:

1973 BMW Touring 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
Make BMW Fiat
Model Touring Grande Punto
Year Released 1973 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1573 cc 1368 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 85 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 130 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 72.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.6:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1030 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2520 mm


 

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