1981 Fiat Strada vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 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 26 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 45 weights approximately 250 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 Rover 45 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Strada | 45 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| 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 | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
