2009 BMW 125 vs. 1978 Fiat 131
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 131 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 @ 6700 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1978 Fiat 131. 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 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 125 | 1978 Fiat 131 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 125 | 131 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |