1996 Fiat Legram vs. 1989 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1996 Fiat Legram is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Legram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Legram (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Legram should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1989 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Legram, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Fiat Legram (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Legram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Legram | 1989 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Legram | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
