1981 Fiat 131 vs. 2011 BMW 330
To start off, 2011 BMW 330 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131.
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 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 330 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 330 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 131 | 330 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2810 mm |