1973 Fiat 132 vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 33 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (158 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132.
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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 132 | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 132 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1754 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 17.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 135 L |