1981 Fiat Strada vs. 2003 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Samurai 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Strada (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 105 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Because 2003 Suzuki Samurai 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 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1981 Fiat Strada (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Strada | 2003 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Strada | Samurai |
Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |