2001 BMW M vs. 1976 Fiat 131
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 25 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 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (137 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 380 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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 1976 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M | 131 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
