2006 BMW 325 vs. 1975 Fiat 133
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 31 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 760 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, 2006 BMW 325 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 325 | 1975 Fiat 133 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 325 | 133 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2030 mm |