2004 BMW 630 vs. 1974 Fiat 133
To start off, 2004 BMW 630 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 630 weights approximately 1086 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. 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 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 630 | 1974 Fiat 133 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 630 | 133 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 842 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 7.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2030 mm |