1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 2006 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Siena (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 580 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth Coupe 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 1960 Abarth Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Fiat Siena (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Coupe | 2006 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | Coupe | Siena |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 784 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 54 L |
