2009 Fiat Strada vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2009 Fiat Strada is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Strada weights approximately 105 kg more than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Strada | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Strada | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |
