1981 Fiat Strada vs. 1981 Mazda 626
To start off, both 1981 Fiat Strada and 1981 Mazda 626 were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 626 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Because 1981 Mazda 626 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 1981 Mazda 626. 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. 1981 Mazda 626 has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Mazda 626 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1981 Fiat Strada | 1981 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Strada | 626 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |