1979 Fiat 131 vs. 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (169 HP) has 116 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 235 kg more than 1979 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 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat 131 | 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 131 | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 169 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |