1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1978 Fiat Strada
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Strada. (60 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 925 kg more than 1978 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Strada. (91 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Venture | 1978 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Venture | Strada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |
