1972 Fiat 132 vs. 1992 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1992 Ford Sierra is newer by 20 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 132 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 132 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1992 Ford Sierra. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 132 | 1992 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 132 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
