1978 Fiat 131 vs. 1991 Honda NSX
To start off, 1991 Honda NSX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda NSX (281 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda NSX weights approximately 190 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.
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, 1991 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 131 | 1991 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 131 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2540 mm |
