2009 BMW 135 vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 274 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 135 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
