2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1975 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Because 1975 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 1975 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1975 Nissan Laurel (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Strada | 1975 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Strada | Laurel |
Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |