1978 Fiat Strada vs. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Strada. (60 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1546 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 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Strada. (91 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Strada | 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Strada | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2890 mm |
