2006 Fiat Strada vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2 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, 2012 Mazda 2 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Strada | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Strada | 2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 43 L |
