1981 Fiat 131 vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 31 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. Both 1981 Fiat 131 and 2012 BMW 120 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 335 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, 2012 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 131 | 120 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |