1978 Fiat Strada vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 28 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Strada. (60 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 2036 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Strada. (91 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Strada | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Strada | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2870 mm |
