1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2010 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2010 Fiat Strada is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Strada.
Because 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser 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 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Strada. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2010 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Fiat |
Model | Vista Cruiser | Strada |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4444 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1644 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2718 mm |