1972 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1981 Fiat Strada
To start off, 1981 Fiat Strada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Strada (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 477 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Camaro | 1981 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Camaro | Strada |
Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |