1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 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 Z4 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2012 BMW Z4.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW Z4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 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 Z4 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 130 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |