2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada.
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, 1988 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Strada | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Strada | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2540 mm |