2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 118 weights approximately 440 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.
Because 2011 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 2011 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Strada | 118 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 51 L |
