1981 Fiat Strada vs. 1988 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 505 is newer by 7 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 19 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Because 1988 Peugeot 505 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 1988 Peugeot 505. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Fiat Strada (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Strada | 1988 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Strada | 505 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |