1981 Fiat 131 vs. 1974 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 85 kg more than 1981 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, 1974 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (110 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 131 | 1974 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 131 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
