1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1974 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 130 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
