2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1985 Vauxhall Carlton

To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Carlton. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada.

Because 1985 Vauxhall Carlton 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 1985 Vauxhall Carlton. 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, 1985 Vauxhall Carlton (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Fiat Strada 1985 Vauxhall Carlton
Make Fiat Vauxhall
Model Strada Carlton
Year Released 2007 1985
Body Type Pickup Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1581 cc 1794 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 143 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1110 kg 1150 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2680 mm


 

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