1981 Fiat 131 vs. 1975 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat 131 (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 131 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1975 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Fiat 131 (110 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (79 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat 131 | 1975 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 131 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |