1972 Fiat 132 vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 34 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 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 132. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 132.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 132. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 132. (145 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 132 | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | 132 | Defender |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 93 L |