1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 35 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, 2011 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2011 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 130 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
