2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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, 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Strada |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 58 L |
