1972 Fiat 132 vs. 1998 Hyundai Euro 1
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is newer by 26 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 132. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 132 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 132. (145 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 132 | 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 132 | Euro 1 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1160 mm |
