2009 BMW 330 vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 330 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3238 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
