2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1990 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (94 HP @ 580 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 165 kg more than 1990 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo. 1990 Nissan Santana has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Nissan Santana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Stilo | 1990 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Stilo | Santana |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 580 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |