2008 BMW 325 vs. 1978 Fiat 133
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1978 Fiat 133.
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 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1978 Fiat 133 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 325 | 133 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 33 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.9 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2030 mm |
