1978 Fiat Strada vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 31 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (222 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Strada. (60 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1105 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, 2009 Mercury Milan (278 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Strada. (91 Nm). This means 2009 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Strada | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Strada | Milan |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| 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 | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
