2009 BMW 318 vs. 1977 Fiat 133
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1977 Fiat 133. 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 318 (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 318 | 1977 Fiat 133 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 318 | 133 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2030 mm |
