1978 Fiat Strada vs. 1981 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1981 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Plymouth Horizon (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Strada. (60 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 180 kg more than 1978 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Plymouth Horizon (115 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Strada. (91 Nm). This means 1981 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Strada | 1981 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Strada | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
