2008 BMW 130 vs. 1961 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 130 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1100. 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 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1100. 2008 BMW 130 has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 1961 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 130 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 57 L |
