1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1972 Fiat 132
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 132. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 132 weights approximately 83 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000.
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, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 (176 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 132. (145 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1972 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 2000 | 132 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1007 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |
