1975 BMW 1602 vs. 1983 Fiat 131
To start off, 1983 Fiat 131 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 1602 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 1602 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 1602 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat 131 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1975 BMW 1602.
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, 1975 BMW 1602 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 1602 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 1602 | 1983 Fiat 131 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 1602 | 131 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |