2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 465 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 2007 Fiat Strada (200 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 Nm). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Strada | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
