2008 Fiat Strada vs. 1983 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 2008 Fiat Strada is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Strada (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Strada weights approximately 435 kg more than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 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, 2008 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Strada | 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Strada | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2040 mm |
