1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 2011 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2011 Fiat Strada is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Metro would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Strada (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (53 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
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 (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Metro | 2011 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Metro | Strada |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2718 mm |
