1999 Renault Safrane vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 1999 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Safrane | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | Safrane | Strada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 58 L |
