1981 Fiat Strada vs. 2011 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2011 Fiat Siena is newer by 30 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 25 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Siena. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Siena weights approximately 94 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada.
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, 1981 Fiat Strada (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 2011 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Strada | Siena |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
