1978 Fiat Strada vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 21 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Strada. (60 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 1004 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 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Strada. (91 Nm). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Strada | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | Strada | Frontera |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 290 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |