2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 8 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.
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, 1998 Ford Focus (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1998 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Strada | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
