2009 Fiat Strada vs. 1992 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2009 Fiat Strada is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Strada (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Strada weights approximately 495 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. 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, 2009 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Strada | 1992 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Strada | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2300 mm |
