1982 Fiat Strada vs. 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo

To start off, both 1982 Fiat Strada and 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo (183 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Strada. (103 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo weights approximately 190 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 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo 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 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo. 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, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Strada. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Strada.

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