1973 Fiat 132 vs. 2005 Morgan Roadster
To start off, 2005 Morgan Roadster is newer by 32 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Roadster (224 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Roadster should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 132 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Morgan Roadster.
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, 2005 Morgan Roadster (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 2005 Morgan Roadster | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | 132 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |
