1978 Fiat 133 vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 522 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 1725 kg more than 1978 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 623 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 133 | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 133 | X6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2933 mm |
