1987 BMW 316 vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 1987 BMW 316 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 130 (139 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1987 BMW 316. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1987 BMW 316. 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, 1970 Fiat 130 (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 316 | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 316 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1571 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
