1988 BMW 535 vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 1988 BMW 535 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 535 (211 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 BMW 535 (306 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 535 | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 535 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
