1981 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2010 Fiat Siena is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Siena (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Siena weights approximately 84 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ford Capri 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 1981 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1981 Ford Capri (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 2010 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Capri | Siena |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2380 mm |
