1981 Fiat Strada vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 31 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Strada. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1455 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 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada. 2012 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Strada | X5 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
