2009 BMW 320 vs. 1996 Fiat 131
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat 131 would be higher. Both 2009 BMW 320 and 1996 Fiat 131 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 131. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1996 Fiat 131. 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 320 (191 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1996 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 320 | 131 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
