2011 BMW 120 vs. 1971 Fiat 130

To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 130 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.

Compare all specifications:

2011 BMW 120 1971 Fiat 130
Make BMW Fiat
Model 120 130
Year Released 2011 1971
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 3238 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 175 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 351 Nm 255 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1440 kg 1570 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
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 80 L


 

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