2009 Fiat Strada vs. 1997 Ford Puma
To start off, 2009 Fiat Strada is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Puma (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Strada weights approximately 20 kg more than 1997 Ford Puma.
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, 1997 Ford Puma (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Strada | 1997 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Strada | Puma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
