2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 810 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Strada | SL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
