1998 BMW 325 vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1998 BMW 325 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 325 (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 325 weights approximately 614 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 325 (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 325 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
