2007 BMW X3 vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 890 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 X3 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | X3 | 128 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2240 mm |
