2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
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 Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Silvia (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 110 kg more than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1975 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 1975 Nissan Silvia. 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 Silvia (152 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada. 1975 Nissan Silvia has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Nissan Silvia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Strada | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
