1981 Fiat Strada vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1986 Nissan Stanza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Strada (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Strada weights approximately 44 kg more than 1986 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Fiat Strada (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Strada | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
