2007 BMW 130 vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 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 187 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 130 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 130 | 128 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2240 mm |
