1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe
To start off, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe weights approximately 15 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 132 | RX 4 Coupe |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
