1989 Nissan Prairie vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 1989 Nissan Prairie is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1989 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Nissan Prairie is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Prairie 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, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Prairie | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Prairie | 130 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
