1984 Toyota Starlet vs. 2010 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2010 Fiat Sedici is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Sedici (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 650 kg more than 1984 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Starlet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Sedici 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, 2010 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Starlet | 2010 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Starlet | Sedici |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
