1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1981 Fiat Strada
To start off, 1981 Fiat Strada is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Strada (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Strada weights approximately 75 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1200 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 1959 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Fiat Strada (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 1981 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 1200 | Strada |
Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |