1981 Fiat Strada vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1982 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Strada 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 71 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (54 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Strada weights approximately 240 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Strada | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 147 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
