1992 BMW 540 vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 540 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
