2008 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2011 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2011 Fiat Strada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Optra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Optra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Optra (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2008 Chevrolet Optra (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Optra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Optra | 2011 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Optra | Strada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
