1981 Fiat Strada vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1981 Fiat Strada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Passat 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 11 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 95 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada.
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 Fiat Strada (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Strada | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Strada | Passat |
Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |