1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1972 Fiat 132
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 3 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 132 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (91 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 132 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. 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, 1972 Fiat 132 (145 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1972 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Valiant | 132 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |
