1974 Fiat 133 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 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 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 40 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 170 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Fiat 133 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 133. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 1984 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 133 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
