1978 Fiat 131 vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1978 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 131 | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 131 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2797 mm |
