1977 Fiat 132 vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 35 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1096 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.
Because 2012 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Fiat 132. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 132 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 65 L |
