1981 Fiat Strada vs. 1996 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Felicia 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 62 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (63 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 80 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (124 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Strada | 1996 Skoda Felicia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Strada | Felicia |
Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |