1978 Fiat Strada vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 27 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Strada. (60 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 95 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Fiat Strada (91 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm). This means 1978 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Strada | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Strada | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.6 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
