2006 Fiat Strada vs. 1969 Toyota Century
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Because 1969 Toyota Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Strada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Strada | 1969 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Strada | Century |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
