1982 Fiat Strada vs. 2002 Mazda 626
To start off, 2002 Mazda 626 is newer by 20 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Strada (103 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 626 weights approximately 337 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, 2002 Mazda 626 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Strada. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Strada | 2002 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Strada | 626 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
