1976 Fiat 131 vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 131 would be higher. Both 1976 Fiat 131 and 2011 BMW 123 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (137 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 123 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1976 Fiat 131. 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 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 131 | 2011 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 131 | 123 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
