1980 Dodge Omni vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Strada (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Omni. (65 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Omni.
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, 2012 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Omni | Strada |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |
