2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1970 Rover P5B
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,527 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover P5B weights approximately 470 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 1970 Rover P5B 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 1970 Rover P5B. 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, 1970 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada. 1970 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1970 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Strada | P5B |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2820 mm |
