1981 Fiat Strada vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 4 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 36 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 70 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Strada | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
