1972 Fiat 132 vs. 1973 Vauxhall Magnum
To start off, 1973 Vauxhall Magnum is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 132 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Magnum. (77 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 132 weights approximately 92 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Magnum. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Magnum. (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 132 | 1973 Vauxhall Magnum | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 132 | Magnum |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
