2009 Fiat Strada vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2009 Fiat Strada is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (159 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Strada | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Strada | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
