1978 Fiat Strada vs. 1978 Vauxhall Cavalier
To start off, both 1978 Fiat Strada and 1978 Vauxhall Cavalier were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Vauxhall Cavalier weights approximately 75 kg more than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Because 1978 Vauxhall Cavalier 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 1978 Vauxhall Cavalier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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. 1978 Fiat Strada has automatic transmission and 1978 Vauxhall Cavalier has manual transmission. 1978 Vauxhall Cavalier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Fiat Strada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Strada | 1978 Vauxhall Cavalier | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Strada | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
