2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 192 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
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 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Strada | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
