2008 Fiat Strada vs. 1990 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2008 Fiat Strada is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Taurus (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Taurus weights approximately 99 kg more than 2008 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Strada | 1990 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Strada | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 2513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
