1982 Fiat Strada vs. 1987 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1987 Ford Telstar is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Strada (103 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1987 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Telstar weights approximately 125 kg more than 1982 Fiat Strada.
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, 1987 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Strada. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Strada | 1987 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Strada | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
