1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 23 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. (90 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 620 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132.
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, 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 132 | 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 132 | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1754 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |