1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1973 Fiat 132
To start off, 1973 Fiat 132 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 132 weights approximately 39 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400.
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, 1961 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1973 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 2400 | 132 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
