1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1963 Seat 1400
To start off, 1973 Fiat 132 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 1400 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1963 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 132 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1963 Seat 1400. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 132 | 1963 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | 132 | 1400 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1754 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |