2008 Fiat Strada vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
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 Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Strada (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Strada weights approximately 249 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Taunus 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 Taunus. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Strada | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Strada | Taunus |
| 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 | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |
