2004 BMW 525 vs. 1973 Fiat 128
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128. 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 525 (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1973 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 525 | 128 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
