1982 Fiat Strada vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1982 Fiat Strada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Strada. (103 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 290 kg more than 1982 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Strada. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Strada | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Strada | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
