2012 Fiat Strada vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Versa (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Nissan Versa (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Fiat Strada | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Strada | Versa |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4444 mm | 4455 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1644 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2718 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 41 L |
