1992 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1973 Fiat 132
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 19 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 305 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, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Camaro | 1973 Fiat 132 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Camaro | 132 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1754 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |