1988 BMW M3 vs. 1980 Fiat 131
To start off, 1988 BMW M3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (221 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M3 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1980 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, 1988 BMW M3 (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 1980 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M3 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
