2006 Fiat Strada vs. 1998 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada.
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, 1998 Ford Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Strada | 1998 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Strada | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
