1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 1973 Fiat 132 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 132 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1962 MG MGA. 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, 1962 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1962 MG MGA | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 132 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| 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 | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2390 mm |
