2009 BMW 325 vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1975 Fiat 130. 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 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 325 | 130 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 38 L |