2006 Fiat Strada vs. 1986 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Because 1986 Nissan Silvia 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 1986 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Strada, 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, 1986 Nissan Silvia (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Strada | 1986 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Strada | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
