1991 BMW 518 vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 1991 BMW 518 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,237 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1991 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1991 BMW 518. 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, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 518. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW 518 | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 518 | 130 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 3237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |