2001 BMW 745 vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1973 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, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 745 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
