2008 Fiat Strada vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Strada and 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 112 kg more than 2008 Fiat Strada.
Because 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Strada | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Strada | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 124 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |