1994 BMW 735 vs. 1981 Fiat Strada
To start off, 1994 BMW 735 is newer by 13 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 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 735 (208 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Strada. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 735 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 BMW 735 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 1994 BMW 735. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1994 BMW 735 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 735 | 1981 Fiat Strada | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 735 | Strada |
Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2440 mm |