1982 Fiat Strada vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 31 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Strada. (103 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 1247 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 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Strada. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Strada. 2013 BMW 7 Series has automatic transmission and 1982 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 1982 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Fiat Strada | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Strada | 7 Series |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 2152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5074 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |