1973 Fiat 132 vs. 2003 Honda City
To start off, 2003 Honda City is newer by 30 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 132 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Honda City. 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, 2003 Honda City, 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 (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 2003 Honda City | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 132 | City |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
