1973 Fiat 132 vs. 2004 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2004 GAZ 3110 is newer by 31 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GAZ 3110 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 310 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.
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, 2004 GAZ 3110 (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 2004 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | Fiat | GAZ |
| Model | 132 | 3110 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
