1981 Fiat 131 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1981 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, 2010 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (110 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat 131 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 131 | 120 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |