2003 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Because 2003 Avanti Studebaker 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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker 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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada. 2003 Avanti Studebaker has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Avanti Studebaker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Avanti Studebaker | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Avanti | Fiat |
| Model | Studebaker | Strada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6751 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2718 mm |
