1982 Fiat Strada vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 7 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 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Strada (103 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 229 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, 1989 Honda Accord (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Strada. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Strada | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Strada | Accord |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
