2008 BMW 118 vs. 1977 Fiat 132
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 132 would be higher. Both 2008 BMW 118 and 1977 Fiat 132 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 118 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 118 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1977 Fiat 132. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1977 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 118 | 132 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 54 L |
