1978 Fiat Strada vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 32 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C8 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Strada. (60 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 1022 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, 2010 Citroen C8 (285 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Strada. (91 Nm). This means 2010 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Strada | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Strada | C8 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
