1982 Fiat Strada vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 29 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Strada. (103 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 169 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 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 2011 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Strada, 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Strada. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Strada | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Strada | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |
