1957 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Siena (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Siena weights approximately 620 kg more than 1957 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 500 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 1957 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Fiat Siena (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 500 | 2007 Fiat Siena | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 500 | Siena |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 20.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 47 L |