Fiat Strada 178 1.2 (73 Hp)
Fiat Strada:
The Fiat Strada is a coupé utility produced by the Italian manufacturer Fiat since 1998. It is mainly produced in Brazil and marketed throughout Latin America, whereas the first-generation Strada was also assembled in South Africa and exported to Europe from Brazil.
Based on a unibody chassis with front-wheel drive configuration, the Strada shares its platform with several Fiat subcompact cars such as the Palio, Siena, and Uno. As of 2024, the Strada is the smallest of three Fiat pickup trucks, which include the larger unibody Toro and the body-on-frame Titano....(Read more on Wikipedia)
178 Overview:
Fiat Strada (178). With 104 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1060 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 21.3 s). The top speed reaches 155 km/h. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Efficiency-focused engine (73 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 21.3 sec).
- • Balanced fuel consumption of 8.3 L/100 km for its class.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | Fiat |
| Model: | Strada |
| Generation: | 178 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.2 (73 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1999 |
| End of production: | 2001 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: |
| Power: | 73 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 58.8 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 104 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 178B5000 |
| Engine displacement: | 1242 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 2.5 l |
| Coolant: | 6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 70.8 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 78.9 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.8:1 |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.3 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 21.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 21.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 155 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 14.5 kg/Hp, 68.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 10.2 kg/Nm, 98.1 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 20.2 sec |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1060 |
| Max. weight: | 1765 |
| Max load: | 705 |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1000 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 58 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 500 kg |
| Size: |
| Length: | 4398 mm mm |
| Width: | 1665 mm mm |
| Height: | 1585 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2718 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1425 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1390 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.1 m |
| Climb angle: | 17.7° |
| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 257 mm |
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| Rear brakes | Drum, 228 mm |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Tires size | 175/70 R14 |
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| Wheel rims size | 5.5J x 14 |
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| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
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| Rear suspension | Rigid axle suspension, Leaf spring |
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