2011 BMW 120 vs. 1970 Fiat 130

To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2011 BMW 120.

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, 2011 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.

Compare all specifications:

2011 BMW 120 1970 Fiat 130
Make BMW Fiat
Model 120 130
Year Released 2011 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2866 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 175 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 351 Nm 216 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1440 kg 1525 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2730 mm


 

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