1998 Acura NSX vs. 1977 Fiat 131
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (276 HP) has 223 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Acura NSX weights approximately 495 kg more than 1977 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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 1977 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | NSX | 131 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2500 mm |
