1991 BMW 325 vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 1991 BMW 325 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1991 BMW 325. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1991 BMW 325. 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, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 325 | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 325 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
