1979 Fiat Strada 5MT
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- Photo: Fiat Strada Blue 81 to 82 X reg (front left) by Tony Harrison ('TonysPhotos'), CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1982 Fiat Strada 65 CL (Ritmo) by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1982 Fiat Ritmo 75 CL Automatic by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Fiat Ritmo competizione (8618010464) by Vetatur Fumare, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Fiat Strada Blue 81 to 82 X reg (rear) by Tony Harrison ('TonysPhotos'), CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1979 Fiat Strada 5MT is a 69-hp 1.5-liter inline-4 with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive.
It makes 69 horsepower.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Hatchback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.5L Inline-4 SOHC |
| Displacement | 1.5 L |
| Horsepower | 69 hp |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 2 valves/cylinder, belt-driven |
| Bore and Stroke | 86.4 x 63.9 |
| Injection Type | Carburetor |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent |
| Rear Suspension | Independent |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | Drum |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 13-in. |
| Wheels Rear | 13-in. |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Width | 65 in |
| Height | 55.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 96.4 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1979 Fiat Strada 5MT with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1979 Fiat STRADA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Nov 20, 1979 · SUSPENSION:FRONT:STABILIZER BAR
THE NUT SECURING THE FRONT SWAY BAR TO THE LOWER CONTROL ARM MAY BECOME LOOSE, CAUSING THE FRONT SUSPENSION TO FAIL.
Remedy: THE EXISTING NUT WILL BE REPLACED AND TIGHTENED TO THE CORRECT SPECIFICATIONS. AN ADDITIONAL LOCKING NUT WILL ALSO BE INSTALLED, WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.
NHTSA campaign 79V251000
Jun 12, 1979 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: REAR COMPARTMENT/TRUNK
THE MANUFACTURER HAS ESTABLISHED THAT THE TAIL LIGHTS MAY BECOME INOPERATIVE DUE TO POSSIBLE OXIDATION OF THE WIRING TERMINALS CAUSED BY INFILTRATION OF WATER AND DIRT.
Remedy: DEALER WILL APPLY A PROTECTIVE PAINT AND INSTALL A PLASTIC COVER OVER THE EXPOSED TAIL LIGHT WIRING TERMINALS.
NHTSA campaign 79V144000
Feb 26, 1979 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
THE FUEL LINES FROM THE FUEL TANK MAY CONTACT THE METAL EDGE OF A HOLE IN THE BULKHEAD, WHICH CAN RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE FUEL LINES. IF THE FUEL LINES ARE DAMAGED, FUEL COULD LEAK INSIDE THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT.
Remedy: THE RUBBER GROMMET AT THE REAR BULKHEAD WILL BE REPLACED WITH AN IMPROVED TYPE AND WILL BE REPOSITIONED, IF NECESSARY.
NHTSA campaign 79V093000
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1979 FIAT STRADA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.