1978 Fiat 131 vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 27 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1028 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (113 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 131 | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 131 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3560 mm |
