1981 Fiat Strada vs. 1991 Ford Laser
To start off, 1991 Ford Laser is newer by 10 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 39 more horse power than 1991 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Laser weights approximately 25 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 1991 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Strada | Laser |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
