1978 Fiat Strada vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Strada. (60 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1839 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 2010 Ford F-150 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, 2010 Ford F-150 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Strada. (91 Nm). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Strada | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Strada | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5611 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1991 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3378 mm |
