1972 Fiat 132 vs. 2000 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 28 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 64 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 132 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2000 MCC ForTwo. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 132 | 2000 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Fiat | MCC |
| Model | 132 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 1810 mm |
