1973 Fiat 132 vs. 2011 BMW 135
To start off, 2011 BMW 135 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 135 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132. 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, 2011 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 132 | 2011 BMW 135 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 132 | 135 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1754 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4361 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |