2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1996 Ford Indigo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Indigo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Indigo weights approximately 60 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.
Because 1996 Ford Indigo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ford Indigo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1996 Ford Indigo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Strada | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2900 mm |
