1978 Fiat 131 vs. 1978 Nissan Skyline

To start off, both 1978 Fiat 131 and 1978 Nissan Skyline were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Skyline (135 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 180 kg more than 1978 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1978 Fiat 131 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 1978 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Skyline, 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, 1978 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (95 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.

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