1982 Fiat Strada vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 22 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Strada. (103 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1511 kg more than 1982 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Armada 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, 2004 Nissan Armada 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, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Strada. (133 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Strada | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Strada | Armada |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 2416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |
