1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1973 Fiat 132
To start off, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 625 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Fiat 132. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 1973 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Eldorado | 132 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |
