1990 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1972 Fiat 132
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 132. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 132 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75.
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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 132. (145 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1972 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 75 | 132 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1566 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
