2005 BMW 316 vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 2005 BMW 316 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 316 | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 316 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
