1978 Fiat 131 vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 34 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. Both 1978 Fiat 131 and 2012 BMW 118 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 215 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.
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, 2012 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat 131 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 131 | 118 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |