1980 Fiat 131 vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 558 kg more than 1980 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, 2010 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 131. 2010 Nissan 370Z has automatic transmission and 1980 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1980 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan 370Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 131 | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 131 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
