1982 Fiat Strada vs. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount

To start off, 1982 Fiat Strada is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Viscount would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall Viscount is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Strada. (103 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount weights approximately 475 kg more than 1982 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1966 Vauxhall Viscount 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 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Strada. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Vauxhall Viscount will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Strada.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Fiat Strada 1966 Vauxhall Viscount
Make Fiat Vauxhall
Model Strada Viscount
Year Released 1982 1966
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1585 cc 3294 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 103 HP 122 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 133 Nm 241 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.5 mm 82.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 8.5:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 905 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 4020 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2740 mm


 

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