1973 Fiat 132 vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo is newer by 38 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Exeo weights approximately 330 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, 2011 Seat Exeo, 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, 2011 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 132 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2642 mm |
