1972 Fiat 132 vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1972 Fiat 132 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,812 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 132 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (81 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1972 Fiat 132.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 132 | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 132 | 17 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
