2003 Dodge Viper vs. 1973 Fiat 132
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 30 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 465 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 1973 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Viper | 132 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
