1951 Ford Zephyr vs. 2009 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2009 Fiat Siena is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Siena (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1951 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 51 kg more than 2009 Fiat Siena.
Because 1951 Ford Zephyr 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 1951 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Siena, 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, 1951 Ford Zephyr (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Zephyr | 2009 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Zephyr | Siena |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |
