2009 Fiat Strada vs. 1985 Renault 18
To start off, 2009 Fiat Strada is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 18 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 18 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Renault 18 (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Strada | 1985 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Strada | 18 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
