1996 BMW 316 vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 1996 BMW 316 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 BMW 316. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1996 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 316 | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 316 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
