2006 BMW 130 vs. 1973 Fiat 132
To start off, 2006 BMW 130 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132.
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, 2006 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132. 2006 BMW 130 has automatic transmission and 1973 Fiat 132 has manual transmission. 1973 Fiat 132 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 130 | 1973 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 130 | 132 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
