2003 BMW 545 vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 2003 BMW 545 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1974 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, 2003 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 545 | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 545 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
