1973 Fiat 132 vs. 2008 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 937 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 2008 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 132. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 2008 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 132 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
