2006 Fiat Strada vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Strada (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Strada weights approximately 5 kg more than 1993 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Mazda 626 (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Strada | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Strada | 626 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
