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 ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesVentilated discs, 257 mm
Rear brakesDrum, 228 mm
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Tires size175/70 R14
Wheel rims size5.5J x 14
Front suspensionIndependent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear suspensionRigid axle suspension, Leaf spring

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