1973 Fiat 132 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 280 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 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 132 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
