1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2005 BMW 630
To start off, 2005 BMW 630 is newer by 31 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 630 weights approximately 745 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, 2005 BMW 630 (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2005 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 128 | 630 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
