1981 Fiat Strada vs. 1993 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1993 Ford Sierra is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Strada (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1993 Ford Sierra. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Sierra weights approximately 196 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Because 1993 Ford Sierra 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 1993 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Fiat Strada (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Sierra. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 1993 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Strada | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
