1974 Fiat 131 vs. 1992 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1992 Nissan Sunny is newer by 18 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 195 kg more than 1974 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 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, 1992 Nissan Sunny (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 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 | 1992 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 131 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
