2005 BMW 318 vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 318 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
