2009 BMW 120 vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 34 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, 2009 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 BMW 120.
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, 2009 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 120 | 130 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |