1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 36 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, 2012 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 525 weights approximately 118 kg more than 1976 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Fiat 130 | 2012 BMW 525 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 130 | 525 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
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 | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |