1977 Fiat 132 vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 28 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 360 kg more than 1977 Fiat 132. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 2005 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 132 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
