1973 Fiat 132 vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial is newer by 34 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 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 535 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132.
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, 2007 Nissan Commercial, 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, 2007 Nissan Commercial (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 132 | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 132 | Commercial |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 3153 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |