1995 BMW 525 vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 1995 BMW 525 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1995 BMW 525.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 BMW 525 (285 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm). This means 1995 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 525 | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 525 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
