1981 Fiat Strada vs. 2007 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 26 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Strada. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 465 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda NSX 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 2007 Honda NSX. 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, 2007 Honda NSX (299 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 2007 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Strada | NSX |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
