2001 BMW Compact vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 10 kg more than 1971 Fiat 130. 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, 1971 Fiat 130 (255 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Compact. (237 Nm). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Compact. 1971 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW Compact has manual transmission. 2001 BMW Compact will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Compact | 130 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
