2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1995 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 50 kg more than 1995 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 1995 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1995 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Strada | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 42 L |
