2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1998 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,366 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 150 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Strada | 1998 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Strada | Samurai |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |