2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1977 Fiat 132
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 911 kg more than 1977 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1977 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Colorado | 132 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 56 L |
