1981 Fiat Strada vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 27 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 16 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 300 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 2008 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Strada | Fit |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| 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 | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 41 L |
