1954 Buick 40 vs. 1977 Fiat 132

To start off, 1977 Fiat 132 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1977 Fiat 132. 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, 1954 Buick 40 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.

Compare all specifications:

1954 Buick 40 1977 Fiat 132
Make Buick Fiat
Model 40 132
Year Released 1954 1977
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5279 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 193 HP 112 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 84.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.4 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 8.9:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 1140 kg
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2560 mm


 

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