2006 Fiat Strada vs. 1983 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Strada | 1983 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Strada | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
