1977 Fiat 132 vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod 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 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 132 weights approximately 286 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
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, 2001 Toyota Pod, 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (148 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 132 | Pod |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |
