2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1989 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 605 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 379 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 Peugeot 605 (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1989 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Strada | 605 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
