1981 Fiat Strada vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 24 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 7 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 370 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Strada | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Strada | Laguna |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |