1981 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1977 Fiat 132
To start off, 1981 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 4 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 132 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 132 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. 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, 1977 Fiat 132 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chrysler Avenger | 1977 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Avenger | 132 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
