1978 Fiat Strada vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Strada. (60 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Because 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 SsangYong Chairman W. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Strada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Strada. (91 Nm). This means 2009 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Strada | 2009 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Strada | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2970 mm |
