2003 BMW 318 vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 2003 BMW 318 is newer by 32 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 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 282 kg more than 2003 BMW 318. 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, 2003 BMW 318 (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 318 | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 318 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
