1998 Honda S-MX vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda S-MX | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | S-MX | Strada |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2718 mm |
