1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 2007 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 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 15 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Fiat Siena.
Because 1958 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 1958 Fiat 1400. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1400 | 2007 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 1400 | Siena |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
