1962 BMW 1500 vs. 1977 Fiat 132
To start off, 1977 Fiat 132 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 132 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 132 weights approximately 97 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500. 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, 1977 Fiat 132 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 1500 | 1977 Fiat 132 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 1500 | 132 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |