2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 720 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Strada | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | Strada | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1366 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |