2009 BMW 128 vs. 1977 Fiat 132
To start off, 2009 BMW 128 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 128 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132.
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 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 128 | 1977 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 128 | 132 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 56 L |
