2008 Volkswagen Lupo vs. 2010 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2010 Fiat Strada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Strada (86 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo.
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, 2010 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Lupo | 2010 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
| Model | Lupo | Strada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 58 L |
