2008 Fiat Strada vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Fiat Strada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 80 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, 2007 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Strada | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Strada | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 52 L |
