1981 Fiat Strada vs. 1994 Ford Versailles
To start off, 1994 Ford Versailles is newer by 13 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 34 more horse power than 1994 Ford Versailles. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Versailles.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Versailles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 1994 Ford Versailles | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Strada | Versailles |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
