1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1988 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1988 Nissan Prairie is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 203 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1988 Nissan Prairie (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 1988 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 127 | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
