1976 Fiat 133 vs. 2011 Nissan Armada

To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1822 kg more than 1976 Fiat 133. 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, 2011 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 133.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Fiat 133 2011 Nissan Armada
Make Fiat Nissan
Model 133 Armada
Year Released 1976 2011
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 843 cc 5600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 34 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 54 Nm 521 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 690 kg 2512 kg
Vehicle Length 3460 mm 5276 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 2014 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1961 mm
Wheelbase Size 2030 mm 3129 mm


 

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