1976 Fiat 131 vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 500 kg more than 1976 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 131 | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 131 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
