2009 BMW 130 vs. 1979 Fiat Campagnola

To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (262 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 BMW 130.

Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola.

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2009 BMW 130 1979 Fiat Campagnola
Make BMW Fiat
Model 130 Campagnola
Year Released 2009 1979
Body Type Hatchback SUV
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 262 HP 71 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 115 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1525 kg 1820 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 3780 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1960 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 57 L