2004 BMW 325 vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 34 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, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Fiat 130 (255 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 325 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
