1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1972 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1973 Fiat 132 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen 411 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 32 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 132 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen 411. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 132 | 1972 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 132 | 411 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1754 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |