1996 BMW 332 vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 1996 BMW 332 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 332 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1981 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 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 332 | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 332 | 131 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |