1978 Fiat Strada vs. 2013 Dodge AVENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge AVENGER is newer by 35 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge AVENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge AVENGER (279 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Strada. (60 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge AVENGER should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge AVENGER weights approximately 722 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, 2013 Dodge AVENGER (225 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Strada. (91 Nm). This means 2013 Dodge AVENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Strada | 2013 Dodge AVENGER | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | Strada | AVENGER |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2064 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2765 mm |
