1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 775 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132.
Because 1995 Kia Retona 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 Kia Retona 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 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 132 | 1995 Kia Retona | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | 132 | Retona |
Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1754 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |