2007 BMW 318 vs. 1978 Fiat 133
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 318 (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1978 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, 2007 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 318 | 1978 Fiat 133 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 318 | 133 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2030 mm |
