1996 BMW 325 vs. 1976 Fiat 131
To start off, 1996 BMW 325 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 325 (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (137 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 325 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1976 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, 1996 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 325 | 1976 Fiat 131 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 325 | 131 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |