1983 BMW 325 vs. 1983 Fiat 131
To start off, both 1983 BMW 325 and 1983 Fiat 131 were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 325 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 325 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1983 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 325 (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 325 | 1983 Fiat 131 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 325 | 131 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |