2006 Fiat Strada vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Strada (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (88 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Strada weights approximately 35 kg more than 1994 Rover 400. 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, 1994 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Strada | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Strada | 400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2560 mm |
