1978 Fiat Strada vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Strada. (60 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1978 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Strada. (91 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Strada | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Strada | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
