1981 Fiat 131 vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pickup is newer by 22 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pickup (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 740 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.
Because 2003 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 131 | 2003 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 131 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2960 mm |
