2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 680 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jaguar Mark IV 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 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1948 Jaguar Mark IV | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Strada | Mark IV |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3060 mm |
