1978 Fiat Strada vs. 2000 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 22 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Strada. (60 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 478 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 2000 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 2000 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Strada. (91 Nm). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Strada | Falcon |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 420 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |