1977 Fiat 132 vs. 2001 McLaren F1
To start off, 2001 McLaren F1 is newer by 24 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 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 559 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 132 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 McLaren F1.
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, 2001 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 2001 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Fiat | McLaren |
| Model | 132 | F1 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
