1981 Fiat 131 vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, both 1981 Fiat 131 and 1981 Nissan Cherry were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat 131 (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 131 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Fiat 131 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Fiat 131 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat 131 | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 131 | Cherry |
Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2400 mm |