2012 Fiat Strada vs. 2010 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Elantra 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, 2010 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada. 2010 Hyundai Elantra has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Fiat Strada | 2010 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Strada | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 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 | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4444 mm | 4486 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1644 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2718 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |
