2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1982 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 165 kg more than 1982 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1982 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 1982 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo, 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, 1982 Nissan Laurel (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 1982 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Stilo | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
