1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Toyota Camry is newer by 25 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Camry (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 345 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 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, 1998 Toyota Camry, 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, 1998 Toyota Camry (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 132 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
