1972 Fiat 132 vs. 1961 Seat 600
To start off, 1972 Fiat 132 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 600 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 85 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 132 weights approximately 514 kg more than 1961 Seat 600. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 132 | 1961 Seat 600 | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | 132 | 600 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2010 mm |