2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1997 Ford Royale
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Royale would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Royale should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada.
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, 1997 Ford Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1997 Ford Royale | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Strada | Royale |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2560 mm |
