2004 BMW 116 vs. 1974 Fiat 133
To start off, 2004 BMW 116 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 116 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 116 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. 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, 2004 BMW 116 (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 116 | 1974 Fiat 133 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 116 | 133 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2030 mm |
