1976 Fiat 131 vs. 2008 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1012 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.
Because 2008 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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 Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Navara 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 Navara | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 131 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3210 mm |
