2008 Fiat Strada vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2008 Fiat Strada is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Skyline (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Strada weights approximately 220 kg more than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1981 Nissan Skyline 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 1981 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Strada | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Strada | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
