1973 Fiat 132 vs. 2008 MG ZT
To start off, 2008 MG ZT is newer by 35 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZT (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG ZT weights approximately 465 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.
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, 2008 MG ZT (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 2008 MG ZT | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 132 | ZT |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
