2004 BMW 316 vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 316 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1979 Fiat 131. 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 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 316 | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 316 | 131 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |