2009 Ford Ka vs. 2011 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2011 Fiat Strada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Strada (86 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka.
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, 2011 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 2011 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Ka | Strada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
