1975 Fiat 133 vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 36 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 1415 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 133 | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 133 | 535 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 55 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3071 mm |