1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1973 Fiat 132 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Jarama would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (365 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 245 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, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (407 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1972 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
| Model | 132 | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.7:1 |
| 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 | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2380 mm |
