2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1981 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 26 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 66 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Panda weights approximately 64 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1981 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Strada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
