1982 Fiat Strada vs. 2003 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Strada. (103 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 495 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.
Because 2003 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2003 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Strada. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Strada | 2003 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | Strada | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
