1991 Acura NSX vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 1991 Acura NSX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura NSX weights approximately 160 kg more than 1979 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, 1991 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura NSX | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | NSX | 131 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2500 mm |
