2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 2,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 400 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan 400 R weights approximately 440 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.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Strada | 400 R |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 318 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
