1983 BMW 525 vs. 1976 Fiat 133
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 2,691 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 525 (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 525 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1976 Fiat 133. 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 525 (240 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 525 | 1976 Fiat 133 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 525 | 133 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2691 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2030 mm |