1975 Fiat 133 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 35 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1975 Fiat 133. 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, 2010 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 133 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 133 | 325 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 55 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2730 mm |