1981 Ferrari 400 vs. 1973 Fiat 132
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 400 is newer by 8 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 735 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.
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, 1981 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm). This means 1981 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 400 | 1973 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 400 | 132 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 55 L |
