1981 Fiat Strada vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy

To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 22 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 1 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 330 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Fiat Strada 2003 Mazda Premacy
Make Fiat Mazda
Model Strada Premacy
Year Released 1981 2003
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1969 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 125 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 172 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.0:1
Top Speed 185 km/hour 188 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 1310 kg
Vehicle Length 3940 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 58 L


 

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