1981 Fiat Strada vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Strada. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 405 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 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Strada | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Strada | Impreza |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |