1981 Fiat 131 vs. 2011 BMW 135
To start off, 2011 BMW 135 is newer by 30 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 135 weights approximately 600 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, 2011 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 131 | 2011 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 131 | 135 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2659 mm |
