1978 Fiat Strada vs. 2009 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R is newer by 31 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (478 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Strada. (60 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 622 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 2009 Nissan GT-R 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, 2009 Nissan GT-R 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, 2009 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Strada. (91 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Strada | 2009 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Strada | GT-R |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 478 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 588 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2790 mm |