1981 Fiat Strada vs. 1996 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1996 Renault Laguna 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 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 31 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Laguna weights approximately 310 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (143 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Strada | 1996 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Strada | Laguna |
Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |