2004 BMW 525 vs. 1974 Fiat 131
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1974 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 525 (237 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (102 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1974 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 525 | 131 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
