1979 Fiat 133 vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1979 Fiat 133. 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, 2007 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat 133 | 2007 BMW 320 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 133 | 320 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2770 mm |