1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1991 Renault 25
To start off, 1991 Renault 25 is newer by 18 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1991 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault 25 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132.
Because 1973 Fiat 132 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Fiat 132. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault 25, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Renault 25 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1991 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 132 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
