1981 Fiat Strada vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1998 Mazda Levante is newer by 17 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. Both 1981 Fiat Strada and 1998 Mazda Levante are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Levante (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Strada. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Levante weights approximately 280 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 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada. 1998 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Strada | Levante |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |
