1971 Fiat 128 vs. 1991 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1991 Nissan Presea is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Presea (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Presea weights approximately 170 kg more than 1971 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1991 Nissan Presea (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 128 | 1991 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 128 | Presea |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |
