1981 Fiat Strada vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 30 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. Both 1981 Fiat Strada and 2011 BMW 118 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Strada. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 118 weights approximately 515 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 2011 BMW 118 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 2011 BMW 118. 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, 2011 BMW 118 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 2011 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Strada | 118 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
