1977 BMW 520 vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 1977 BMW 520 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1977 BMW 520. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1977 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 BMW 520 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 520 | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 520 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
