2007 BMW 330 vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1979 Fiat 131. 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 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 330 | 131 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |