1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 37 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, 2012 BMW Z4 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2012 BMW Z4.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW Z4 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 130 | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 130 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |