1985 Toyota Century vs. 2011 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2011 Fiat Strada is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Strada.
Because 1985 Toyota Century 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 1985 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1985 Toyota Century (290 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Strada. 1985 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Century | 2011 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Century | Strada |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2718 mm |
