1978 Fiat Strada vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 29 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Strada. (60 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 564 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (196 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Strada. (91 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Strada | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Strada | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
