1981 Fiat 131 vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 31 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 948 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (110 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 131 | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 131 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1829 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |
