2003 BMW 520 vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 130 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520. 2003 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 1971 Fiat 130 has manual transmission. 1971 Fiat 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 520 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
