2009 BMW 330 vs. 1981 Fiat 131
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 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1981 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 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 330 | 131 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |