1977 Fiat 132 vs. 2002 Noble M12
To start off, 2002 Noble M12 is newer by 25 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 132 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 Noble M12.
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, 2002 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 2002 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Fiat | Noble |
| Model | 132 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| 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 | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
