2006 BMW 120 vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 2006 BMW 120 is newer by 37 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 9 more horse power than 2006 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 120 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 120 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 120 | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 120 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
