1973 Fiat 132 vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris 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 1,754 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 132 weights approximately 46 kg more than 2011 Toyota Yaris. 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 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1973 Fiat 132 (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 132 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1689 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
