1981 Fiat Strada vs. 1978 Fiat 133
To start off, 1981 Fiat Strada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Strada (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Strada weights approximately 290 kg more than 1978 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Fiat 133 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 1978 Fiat 133. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 1978 Fiat 133 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Strada | 133 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2030 mm |
