2008 Fiat Strada vs. 1999 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2008 Fiat Strada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Cougar (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Cougar weights approximately 25 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 1999 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Strada | 1999 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Strada | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
