1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1981 BMW M1
To start off, 1981 BMW M1 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW M1 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1974 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, 1981 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1981 BMW M1 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 128 | M1 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 116 L |
