2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 70 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, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1983 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton 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. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Strada | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | Strada | Carlton |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |