1971 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2008 Fiat Strada is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Strada weights approximately 570 kg more than 1971 Fiat 500.
Because 1971 Fiat 500 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 1971 Fiat 500. 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 (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 500 | 2008 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | Strada |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 58 L |
