Fiat 132

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Fiat 132
Fiat 132 GLS 1600.JPG
Fiat 132 after the 1974 redesign
Overview
Manufacturer Fiat
Also calledFiat Elita (South Africa) [1]
Production1972–1981
Assembly
Designer Marcello Gandini
Body and chassis
Class Large family car (D)
Body style 4-door saloon
Layout FR layout
Related SEAT 132
Powertrain
Engine
  • Petrol:
  • 1.6 L DOHC I4
  • 1.8 L DOHC I4
  • 2.0 L DOHC I4
  • Diesel:
  • 2.0 L I4
  • 2.5 L I4
Transmission 4 and 5-speed manual
3-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2,557 mm (100.7 in)
Length4,405 mm (173.4 in)
Width1,640 mm (64.6 in)
Height1,422 mm (56.0 in)
Curb weight 1120-1170 kg (2469-2579 lb)
Chronology
Predecessor Fiat 125
Successor Fiat Argenta

The Fiat 132 is a large family car produced by the Italian automobile company Fiat from 1972 to 1981. An updated version of the 132, called the Argenta, was produced from 1981 to 1985.

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Fiat 132 (1972–1974)

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Fiat 132 (1972–1974)

The 132 was introduced as a replacement for the Fiat 125 and like it, came with twin overhead cam (TC) engines as standard. However, the Fiat 132 looked more like the larger top-of-the-range Fiat 130.

Like the 125, the 132 came with a five-speed manual gearbox, optional in some markets and standard in others: this was still a relatively unusual feature in this class of car in 1977. [2] GM "Strasbourg" automatic transmission was listed as an option. [3]

The first series of the 132 was available in two versions: 'normal' (only 1600 engine) and 'special' (1600 or 1800 engine). [4] :42

Fiat 132 (1974–1977)

A major update to the front suspension was implemented for January 1974 in response to criticism of the handling and very low geared steering. [2] Press reports of the time commend the improved handling which was also supported by the fitting of wider tires, although poor fuel consumption at high speed continued to draw adverse comment, even where the (unusual for the time) five speed transmission option was specified. [5] At the same time, an external redesign [5] gave the impression of a lowered waistline resulting from larger side windows. It included a new grille, new rear lights and a reshaped C-pillar [6] which had a semblance of BMW's "Hofmeister kink" and reminded some of the BMW 5 Series, introduced two years before.

For the driver, new shock absorbers accompanied the suspension improvements. [6] The 1600 cc engine remained unchanged but the 1800 cc engine benefited from a modified cylinder head and carburettor, resulting in a small increase in claimed output to 107 hp (80 kW), along with a usefully flattened torque curve. [6] Interior improvements included a redesigned steering wheel along with improved heating and ventilation controls. [6]

The second series of the 132 was available as GL (only 1600 engine) and as GLS (1600 or 1800 engine). [4] :64

Fiat 132 (1977–1981)

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1978 Fiat 132
Fiat 132 (1980) A visitors Fiat 132 2000 GLS, 1980 (6980037744).jpg
Fiat 132 (1980)

In April 1977, the 132 received a further facelift. [2] New plastic "safety" bumpers were introduced to the model plus big rubber side protection strips, [2] and the gearing of the steering was raised, supported by the addition of servo-assistance. [2] Inside were a new dashboard and seat trims. At this point, with the 130 having been discontinued, the 132 became the "flagship" of the Fiat range. [2]

The third series of the 132 was only available in one unified version, where some of the standard equipment of the 2-liter version was optional for the 1600 version. An innovative feature of this edition were the acrylic sunvisors, which could be extracted from the headliner, both forward and sideways at the same time. [4] :88

Engines

The Fiat 132 was available with the following engines: [4]

Petrol

Diesel

Overseas assembly

The 132 had limited manufacture outside Italy compared to its predecessor 125. The car was built in Spain by SEAT with a version that was sold between 1973 and 1982. It was also assembled in South Africa by Fiat's local assemblers in Rosslyn. After the 1977 update, the 132 was renamed "Elita" in South Africa, and due to a shortage of capacity at Fiat's plant it was assembled by competitors Alfa Romeo South Africa.

The 132 was also assembled in Yugoslavia by Zastava, in Zagreb. Cars arrived there practically fully completed, and there parts like wheels, battery, and also a plate which confirmed that car was assembled in Yugoslavia (under the name "Zastava 132"), were put. There weren't any differences from the Italian-built model. Assembly lasted from 1974 to 1981, and some 2,000–3,000 examples were built. It was particularly popular between directors and officials. The 132 was succeeded by Fiat Argenta in Zastava's lineup.

In Poland the 132 was offered from 1973 as the Polski Fiat 132p. The car was described as "assembled by FSO", though actually the cars were shipped from Italy almost complete. [7] FSO only did the final assembly, fitting minor parts like wipers, batteries, seats, wheels and logos. The Polski Fiat 132p was a favourite with high state officials and security services. For internal market it was available only for hard currency in Pewex stores. [7] Until 1981, 4461 were assembled. [7] 270 Argentas were also assembled in this way in 1985 by FSO.[ citation needed ]

Kia built 4,759 units of the 132 from CKD kits in South Korea, from 1979. [8] [9]


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