1981 Fiat Strada vs. 1991 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 605 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Strada (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 605. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 315 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 605. (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 1991 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Strada | 605 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
