2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible 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 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 640 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 Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131. 2007 BMW Convertible has automatic transmission and 1979 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1979 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Convertible | 131 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2500 mm |
