2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1999 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Tigra (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Tigra weights approximately 15 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, 1999 Opel Tigra (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1999 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Strada | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |
