2011 Fiat Strada vs. 1990 BMW 850
To start off, 2011 Fiat Strada is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 850 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Strada.
Because 1990 BMW 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Strada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Strada. 1990 BMW 850 has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 BMW 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Fiat Strada | 1990 BMW 850 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Strada | 850 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4444 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1644 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2718 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 52 L |
