1981 Fiat Strada vs. 2003 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2003 Holden Frontera is newer by 22 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Strada. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 720 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.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada. 2003 Holden Frontera 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. 2003 Holden Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 2003 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Strada | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
