1974 BMW Touring vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 1976 Fiat 130 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 572 kg more than 1974 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, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | Touring | 130 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |