1977 Fiat 132 vs. 1973 Triumph GT6
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 GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 132 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 132 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1973 Triumph GT6. 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, 1973 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 1973 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 132 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |
