1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 214 kg more than 2001 BMW Z3.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 130 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
