1977 Fiat 132 vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 is newer by 19 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 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 132 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1996 Proton 400.
Because 1977 Fiat 132 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Fiat 132. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Proton 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 1996 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | 132 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
