1981 Fiat 131 vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 16 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 265 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, 1997 Honda NSX (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat 131 | 1997 Honda NSX | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 131 | NSX |
Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2540 mm |