1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1994 Ford Contour
To start off, 1994 Ford Contour is newer by 21 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Contour weights approximately 152 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Ford Contour, 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, 1994 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 132 | 1994 Ford Contour | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 132 | Contour |
Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |