1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2010 Fiat Strada

To start off, 2010 Fiat Strada is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Strada.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Chevrolet Venture 2010 Fiat Strada
Make Chevrolet Fiat
Model Venture Strada
Year Released 1997 2010
Body Type Minivan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3350 cc 1248 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 183 HP 86 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4444 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1644 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2718 mm


 

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