1981 Fiat Strada vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1998 Toyota Sienna is newer by 17 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Sienna (189 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Strada. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 725 kg more than 1981 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, 1998 Toyota Sienna (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada. 1998 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Strada | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |
