1978 Fiat Strada vs. 1990 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1990 Ford Falcon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Strada. (60 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Falcon weights approximately 600 kg more than 1978 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford Falcon 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 1990 Ford Falcon. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ford Falcon (235 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Strada. (91 Nm). This means 1990 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Strada | 1990 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Strada | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
