1977 Fiat 132 vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1977 Fiat 132 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 1500 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 8 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 132 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1973 Triumph 1500. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 132 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 63 L |
