1996 Nissan Patrol vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,824 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Patrol (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Patrol | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Patrol | Strada |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2824 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1230 mm |
