1997 Acura NSX vs. 1982 Fiat 131
To start off, 1997 Acura NSX is newer by 15 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura NSX weights approximately 345 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.
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, 1997 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura NSX | 1982 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | NSX | 131 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2500 mm |
