1973 Fiat 132 vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 132 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Equator.
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, 2011 Suzuki Equator (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 132 | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | 132 | Equator |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
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 | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |