1982 Fiat Strada vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 30 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Strada. (103 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 720 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 2012 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Strada. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Strada | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Strada | 335 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
