2008 Fiat Strada vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2008 Fiat Strada is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Strada weights approximately 350 kg more than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Strada | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Strada | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
