2006 BMW 525 vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 30 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 242 kg more than 2006 BMW 525.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 525 | 130 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |