1981 Fiat Strada vs. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta
To start off, 1981 Fiat Strada is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Vauxhall Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Strada (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta weights approximately 140 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Because 1954 Vauxhall Cresta 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 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (155 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Strada | 1954 Vauxhall Cresta | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | Strada | Cresta |
Year Released | 1981 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |