2009 BMW 120 vs. 1977 Fiat 132
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1977 Fiat 132. 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, 2009 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1977 Fiat 132 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 120 | 132 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 56 L |