2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Z3 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
