2003 BMW X3 vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 2003 BMW X3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X3 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1970 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 X3 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X3 | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | X3 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |
