1977 Fiat 132 vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 29 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, 2006 Toyota Yaris (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 132 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2006 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1977 Fiat 132 (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 132 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 42 L |
