2008 Fiat Strada vs. 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car
To start off, 2008 Fiat Strada is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car 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 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car (679 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 559 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Strada | 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Strada | 442 Indy Pace Car |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 365 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 679 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
