2008 Fiat Strada vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2008 Fiat Strada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 580 kg more than 2008 Fiat Strada.
Because 2002 Vauxhall Monaro 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 2002 Vauxhall Monaro. 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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Strada | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Strada | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 383 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
