2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2012 Chrysler Delta
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Delta is newer by 5 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, 2012 Chrysler Delta (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Delta should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Delta weights approximately 285 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, 2012 Chrysler Delta (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 2012 Chrysler Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Chrysler |
| Model | Strada | Delta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
