2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti. (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Strada | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
