1981 Fiat Strada vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 32 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Strada. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 980 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 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada. 2013 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Strada | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |
