1972 Chevrolet Nomad vs. 1979 Fiat 133
To start off, 1979 Fiat 133 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Nomad would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Nomad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Nomad weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1979 Fiat 133. 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 Chevrolet Nomad (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Nomad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Nomad | 1979 Fiat 133 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Nomad | 133 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2030 mm |
