1971 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1973 Fiat 132
To start off, 1973 Fiat 132 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,204 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 925 kg more than 1973 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, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler New Yorker | 1973 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | New Yorker | 132 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7204 cc | 1754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2560 mm |
