1981 Fiat Strada vs. 2012 Proton Arena
To start off, 2012 Proton Arena is newer by 31 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 39 more horse power than 2012 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2012 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Proton Arena weights approximately 55 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 2012 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | Strada | Arena |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
