1979 Ford LTD vs. 2010 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2010 Fiat Strada is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Strada.
Because 1979 Ford LTD 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 1979 Ford LTD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1979 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Strada. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2010 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | LTD | Strada |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4444 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1644 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2718 mm |