1977 Fiat 132 vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 22 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR2 (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 132 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2.
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, 1999 Toyota MR2 (176 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (157 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 132 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 87 L |
