1978 Fiat Strada vs. 1992 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1992 Ford Aerostar is newer by 14 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Strada. (60 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 590 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 1992 Ford Aerostar 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 1992 Ford Aerostar. 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, 1992 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Strada. (91 Nm). This means 1992 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Strada | 1992 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Strada | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.6 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3030 mm |
