1977 Fiat 132 vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 30 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 132 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2007 Ford Fiesta, 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 132 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1108 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 45 L |
