1974 Fiat 131 vs. 1984 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1984 Nissan Sunny is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,486 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 131 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
Because 1974 Fiat 131 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Nissan Sunny (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 131 | 1984 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 131 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |