2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 GAZ 3110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 GAZ 3110 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 340 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 GAZ 3110 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 GAZ 3110. 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 GAZ 3110 (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | Fiat | GAZ |
| Model | Strada | 3110 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
