2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara 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 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1250 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SSC Tuatara weights approximately 137 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 2012 SSC Tuatara 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 2012 SSC Tuatara. 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, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 902 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
| Make | Fiat | SSC |
| Model | Strada | Tuatara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 6932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 1350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 1042 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1092 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2667 mm |
