2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1980 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 215 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. (100 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Strada | 1980 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Strada | Jetta |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |