2011 Fiat Strada vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2011 Fiat Strada is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (124 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Strada. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Fiat Strada | 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Strada | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4444 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1644 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2718 mm | 2740 mm |
