1981 Fiat Strada vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 23 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. Both 1981 Fiat Strada and 2004 Toyota RAV4 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Strada. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 376 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 2004 Toyota RAV4 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (195 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Strada | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
