1977 Fiat 132 vs. 1970 Fiat 124
To start off, 1977 Fiat 132 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 132 (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 132 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1970 Fiat 124. 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 (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 1970 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 132 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 38 L |
