1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda CR-V is newer by 26 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda CR-V weights approximately 405 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 1999 Honda CR-V 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, 1999 Honda CR-V 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, 1999 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 132 | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 132 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1754 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.6 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |