1975 Fiat 133 vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 133.
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, 2006 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 133 | 2006 BMW 525 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 133 | 525 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 55 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2730 mm |