1978 BMW 628 vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 1978 BMW 628 is newer by 8 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, 1978 BMW 628 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 BMW 628 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 628 | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 628 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
