2007 BMW 328 vs. 1981 Fiat 127
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1981 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 328 | 127 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 38 L |
