1970 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2010 Fiat Strada is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,014 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Mustang (99 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Strada.
Because 1970 Ford Mustang 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 1970 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1970 Ford Mustang (637 Nm) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Mustang | 2010 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Mustang | Strada |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7014 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2718 mm |
