1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1972 Fiat 132
To start off, 1972 Fiat 132 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 132 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 132 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000. 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, 1972 Fiat 132 (145 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 1972 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1000 | 132 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
