1981 Fiat Strada vs. 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro

To start off, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 15 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 4,943 cc, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 616 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Strada. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 676 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro 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 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro. 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, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 728 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Fiat Strada 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro
Make Fiat Lotec
Model Strada Testa de Oro
Year Released 1981 1996
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1995 cc 4943 cc
Horse Power 125 HP 741 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 172 Nm 900 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 5000 RPM
Top Speed 185 km/hour 347 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 1656 kg


 

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