1977 Fiat 132 vs. 1998 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1998 TVR Cerbera is newer by 21 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 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Cerbera (347 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 132 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1998 TVR Cerbera.
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, 1998 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 132 | 1998 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Fiat | TVR |
Model | 132 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |