2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1978 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 210 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1978 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Strada | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2560 mm |
