1977 Fiat 132 vs. 1972 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1977 Fiat 132 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Vauxhall Firenza 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 18 more horse power than 1972 Vauxhall Firenza. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1972 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 132 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1972 Vauxhall Firenza. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Vauxhall Firenza. (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 132 | 1972 Vauxhall Firenza | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | 132 | Firenza |
Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1256 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |