1976 Fiat 131 vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1976 Fiat 131 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 131 (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 131 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1971 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Fiat 131 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Fiat 131 | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 131 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |