2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1978 Fiat 131
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW MM Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW MM Roadster | 1978 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | MM Roadster | 131 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
