1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1978 Fiat Strada
To start off, 1984 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Strada (60 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Strada weights approximately 59 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda 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, 1978 Fiat Strada (91 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm). This means 1978 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda. 1978 Fiat Strada has automatic transmission and 1984 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1984 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Fiat Strada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 1978 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Strada |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 55.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2460 mm |
