2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (159 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 365 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Strada | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | Strada | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1366 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |