1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1973 Fiat 132
To start off, 1973 Fiat 132 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 1,754 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 132 weights approximately 216 kg more than 1954 DKW Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Fiat 132 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Fiat 132. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 DKW Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 1973 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Coupe | 132 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |
