1985 Dodge 600 vs. 1981 Fiat Strada
To start off, 1985 Dodge 600 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Strada (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1985 Dodge 600. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge 600 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge 600 (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge 600 | 1981 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | Strada |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
