2006 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Nubira would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Nubira 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, 2012 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Nubira | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Nubira | Strada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
