1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 24 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 185 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1973 Fiat 132 (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 132 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
