1975 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1977 Fiat 132
To start off, 1977 Fiat 132 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 390 kg more than 1977 Fiat 132. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132. 1975 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 1977 Fiat 132 has manual transmission. 1977 Fiat 132 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Sedan | 1977 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Sedan | 132 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2560 mm |
