1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1993 TVR Chimaera 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Chimaera (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 132 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1993 TVR Chimaera.
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, 1993 TVR Chimaera (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 132 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2290 mm |
