1973 Fiat 128 vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 1430 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW X5 (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 128 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
