2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Skyline (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Nissan Skyline (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada. 1977 Nissan Skyline 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. 1977 Nissan Skyline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Strada | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
