1972 Fiat 132 vs. 1979 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1979 Holden Kingswood is newer by 7 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 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 132 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 280 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, 1979 Holden Kingswood (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 132. (145 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 132 | 1979 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | 132 | Kingswood |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 3296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |