1981 Fiat 131 vs. 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 20 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. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 131 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat 131 | 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 131 | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |