1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1978 Seat 124 is newer by 5 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 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 47 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 132 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 132 (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 132 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
