1981 Fiat Strada vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1981 Fiat Strada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Strada. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Strada | 240 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
