2007 BMW X3 vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (268 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1973 Fiat 130. 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 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | X3 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |
