1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1993 Honda CRX
To start off, 1993 Honda CRX is newer by 20 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, 1993 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 132 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1993 Honda CRX.
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, 1993 Honda CRX, 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, 1973 Fiat 132 (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda CRX. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1993 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 132 | CRX |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
