1976 Fiat 133 vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1976 Fiat 133. 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, 2010 BMW Z4 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 133 | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 133 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2497 mm |
