2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour. 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, 2007 Fiat Strada (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Fiat | Smart |
| Model | Strada | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 165 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 | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 47 L |
