2009 BMW 125 vs. 1976 Fiat 133
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1976 Fiat 133. 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 125 (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1976 Fiat 133 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 125 | 133 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2030 mm |
