1989 Nissan Santana vs. 2011 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2011 Fiat Sedici is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Sedici (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 326 kg more than 1989 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan Santana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Sedici 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, 2011 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Santana | 2011 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Santana | Sedici |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
