1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 262 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Fiat 130 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 130 | 118 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |