2012 Fiat Strada vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Because 2010 Ford F-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Strada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Fiat Strada | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Strada | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4444 mm | 6260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1644 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2718 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 115 L |
