2001 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Dion would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Dion (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Dion (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Dion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada. 2001 Mitsubishi Dion has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mitsubishi Dion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Dion | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Fiat |
| Model | Dion | Strada |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2718 mm |
