1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1973 Fiat 132 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,754 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (111 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 132 weights approximately 243 kg more than 1956 Porsche 356. 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, 1973 Fiat 132 (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 132 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
