1988 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Taurus (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Strada.
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, 1988 Ford Taurus (177 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Taurus | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Taurus | Strada |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2718 mm |
