1955 Fiat 1400 vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 830 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Fiat 1400 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 1955 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna, 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. 2012 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1400 | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1400 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 76 L |
