1985 BMW 324 vs. 2011 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2011 Fiat Strada is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 324 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 324 (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 324 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Strada.
Because 1985 BMW 324 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 1985 BMW 324. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1985 BMW 324 (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 2011 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 324 | Strada |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
