2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 1973 Fiat 132
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 612 is newer by 35 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 1,754 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 830 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, 2008 Ferrari 612 (587 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 612 | 1973 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 612 | 132 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 1754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 55 L |
