1978 Fiat Strada vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Strada. (60 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti M weights approximately 899 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 Infiniti M 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 2010 Infiniti M. 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, 2010 Infiniti M (355 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Strada. (91 Nm). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Strada | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | Strada | M |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.6 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |
