1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1995 Rover 600
To start off, 1995 Rover 600 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Rover 600. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 600 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132.
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, 1995 Rover 600, 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, 1995 Rover 600 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1995 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 132 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
