1997 BMW 850 vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 1997 BMW 850 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1975 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 850 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
