1977 Fiat 132 vs. 1974 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1977 Fiat 132 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 5 kg more than 1977 Fiat 132. 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, 1974 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 1974 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 132 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
