2007 BMW 130 vs. 1961 Fiat 850
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 130 weights approximately 762 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850. 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, 2007 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1961 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 130 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |
