1974 BMW Touring vs. 1996 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 22 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 150 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 1996 Fiat Coupe | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | Touring | Coupe |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |