2004 Acura EL vs. 1981 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2004 Acura EL is newer by 23 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Strada (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura EL weights approximately 202 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, 1981 Fiat Strada (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura EL | 1981 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Acura | Fiat |
Model | EL | Strada |
Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |