1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1995 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 1995 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 22 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 2,459 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jeep Wrangler (105 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 230 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 1995 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 132. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Jeep Wrangler (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1995 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 132 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2380 mm |
