2009 Fiat Strada vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 20 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, 2009 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (198 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Strada | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Strada | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |
