1977 BMW 528 vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 1977 BMW 528 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 528 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 184 kg more than 1977 BMW 528.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 528. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 528 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
