1981 Fiat Strada vs. 2002 Ford Lynx
To start off, 2002 Ford Lynx is newer by 21 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 17 more horse power than 2002 Ford Lynx. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Lynx weights approximately 130 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Lynx. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 2002 Ford Lynx | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Strada | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
