1999 BMW 318 vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 318 (192 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1999 BMW 318.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW 318 (355 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 318 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
