2006 Fiat Strada vs. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis (139 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Because 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis 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 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. 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, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis (353 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Strada | 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Strada | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |