1998 BMW M vs. 1976 Fiat 131
To start off, 1998 BMW M is newer by 22 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW M (328 HP) has 275 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW M weights approximately 485 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, 1998 BMW M (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW M | 1976 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M | 131 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
