2009 BMW 330 vs. 1981 Fiat 127
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1981 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 330 | 127 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1300 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 56 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 38 L |
