1981 Fiat Strada vs. 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy

To start off, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy 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, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy (133 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Strada. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Strada weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy.

Because 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy (178 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Fiat Strada 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy
Make Fiat Pininfarina
Model Strada Enjoy
Year Released 1981 2003
Engine Size 1995 cc 1794 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 125 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 172 Nm 178 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4850 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 750 kg
Vehicle Length 3940 mm 3750 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1080 mm


 

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