2009 BMW 135 vs. 1973 Fiat 128
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 506 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1973 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 135 | 128 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
