2005 BMW 645 vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 2005 BMW 645 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 645 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 645 weights approximately 293 kg more than 1976 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 645 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 645 | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 645 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
