2008 Fiat Strada vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2008 Fiat Strada is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (91 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Strada weights approximately 270 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Because 1976 Ford Cortina 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 1976 Ford Cortina. 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, 2008 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Strada | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Strada | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |
