1992 BMW 520 vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 1992 BMW 520 is newer by 19 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 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1992 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 520 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
