1974 Fiat 133 vs. 2008 BMW 316
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 316 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 2008 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 133 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2730 mm |
