2010 Fiat Strada vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Fiat Strada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 2006 Opel Astra (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Strada. 2006 Opel Astra has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Strada | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Strada | Astra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4444 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1644 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2718 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 52 L |
