1978 Fiat Strada vs. 2003 Subaru B
To start off, 2003 Subaru B is newer by 25 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru B (389 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Strada. (60 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru B should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru B weights approximately 760 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 2003 Subaru B 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, 2003 Subaru B 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, 2003 Subaru B (550 Nm) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Strada. (91 Nm). This means 2003 Subaru B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Strada | 2003 Subaru B | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Strada | B |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
