1982 Fiat Strada vs. 2009 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Pagani Zonda is newer by 27 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (740 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 637 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Strada. (103 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 165 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 2009 Pagani Zonda 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 2009 Pagani Zonda. 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, 2009 Pagani Zonda (708 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Strada. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Strada | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Fiat | Pagani |
| Model | Strada | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 740 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 708 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4886 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2785 mm |
