2009 Lada 21 vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lada 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lada 21 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada 21 (89 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (84 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada 21 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Strada.
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 Lada 21 (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Lada 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 21 | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Lada | Fiat |
| Model | 21 | Strada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 84 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 58 L |
