1977 Fiat 132 vs. 1956 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1977 Fiat 132 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 132 (59 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 132 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1100. 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, 1977 Fiat 132 (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 132 | 1956 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 132 | 1100 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 38 L |