1981 Fiat 131 vs. 1994 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1994 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 100 NX (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan 100 NX 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 131 | 1994 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 131 | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
