1992 BMW 332 vs. 1978 Fiat 131
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 3,152 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (317 HP) has 264 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1978 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, 1992 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (95 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1978 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 332 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3152 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
