1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 1973 Fiat 132 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 404 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132. 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, 1969 Fiat 130 (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132. 1969 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1973 Fiat 132 has manual transmission. 1973 Fiat 132 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 132 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
