1982 Fiat 131 vs. 1993 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1993 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 110 kg more than 1982 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, 1993 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 131 | 1993 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 131 | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
