2008 Fiat Stilo vs. 1990 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2008 Fiat Stilo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Stilo (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Fiat Stilo.
Because 1990 Nissan Vanette 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 1990 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Stilo, 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, 2008 Fiat Stilo (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Stilo | 1990 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Stilo | Vanette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2080 mm |
