1972 Fiat 132 vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1994 Toyota Carina is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 132. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Carina weights approximately 150 kg more than 1972 Fiat 132. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Fiat 132 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Fiat 132. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Toyota Carina (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 132. (145 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 132 | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 132 | Carina |
Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |