2004 BMW 325 vs. 1970 Fiat 850
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 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1970 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1970 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 325 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |
