1982 Fiat Abarth vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1998 Toyota Sienna is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Abarth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Abarth would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Sienna (189 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Abarth. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Abarth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 565 kg more than 1982 Fiat Abarth. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Fiat Abarth is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Fiat Abarth. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Toyota Sienna (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Abarth. (215 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Abarth. 1998 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1982 Fiat Abarth has manual transmission. 1982 Fiat Abarth will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat Abarth | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Abarth | Sienna |
Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2910 mm |