2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1996 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Fiat Strada (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1996 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Strada | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
