2009 BMW 318 vs. 1976 Fiat 131
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 131 would be higher. Both 2009 BMW 318 and 1976 Fiat 131 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (137 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1976 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 318 (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 318 | 1976 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 318 | 131 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
