2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 210 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 Volkswagen Golf (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Strada | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Strada | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |