1973 Fiat 132 vs. 2007 Nissan Note
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note 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 1,754 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Note. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Note weights approximately 93 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 Note, 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 Note (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Note 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 Note | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 132 | Note |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 46 L |
