1981 Fiat Strada vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 25 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Strada. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1180 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 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Strada | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
