1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1985 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1985 Nissan Prairie is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 145 kg more than 1983 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1985 Nissan Prairie (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 1985 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 127 | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
