1982 Fiat Strada vs. 1988 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1988 Nissan Patrol is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Strada (103 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1982 Fiat Strada.
Because 1988 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Patrol 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, 1988 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Strada. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Strada | 1988 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Strada | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2980 mm |
