1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 1973 Fiat 132
To start off, 1973 Fiat 132 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132.
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, 1973 Fiat 132 (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1400 | 1973 Fiat 132 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 1400 | 132 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1755 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |