1977 Fiat 132 vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1993 Nissan Serena is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Serena (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 360 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Nissan Serena (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 132 | Serena |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |
