1983 BMW 323 vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 1983 BMW 323 is newer by 2 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 2,315 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 323 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 323 weights approximately 77 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, 1983 BMW 323 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 323 | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 323 | 131 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2315 cc | 1367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |