2009 BMW 116 vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 47 kg more than 2009 BMW 116. 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, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 116 | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 116 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
