1982 Fiat Strada vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1982 Fiat Strada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Strada. (103 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1210 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.
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, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Strada. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Strada. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1982 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 1982 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Strada | 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Strada | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 91 L |
