1991 BMW 525 vs. 1980 Fiat 131
To start off, 1991 BMW 525 is newer by 11 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 525 (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 525 weights approximately 540 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, 1991 BMW 525 (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW 525 | 1980 Fiat 131 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 525 | 131 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |