1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1976 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1976 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 3 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 2,292 cc, 1976 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 132 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1976 Mazda RX-2.
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, 1976 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1976 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 132 | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2480 mm |
