1981 Fiat Strada vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 205 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Strada. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Strada weights approximately 40 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Because 1985 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Strada | 205 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 110 L |
