1997 Ford Contour vs. 2011 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2011 Fiat Strada is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2011 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Contour | 2011 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Contour | Strada |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4444 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1644 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2718 mm |