2005 BMW 525 vs. 1975 Fiat 133
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 1975 Fiat 133 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 525 | 133 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2030 mm |