1983 Fiat 131 vs. 2012 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1444 kg more than 1983 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 Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 131. 2012 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1983 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1983 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 131 | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 131 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3129 mm |
