1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2009 BMW 118
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 34 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, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2009 BMW 118. 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, 2009 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130. 2009 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 1975 Fiat 130 has manual transmission. 1975 Fiat 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 130 | 2009 BMW 118 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 130 | 118 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |