1977 Fiat 132 vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 32 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 302 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132. 2009 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1977 Fiat 132 has manual transmission. 1977 Fiat 132 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 132 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
