2008 BMW 316 vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 BMW 316. 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, 1975 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316. 1975 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 316 | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 316 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
