1986 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2001 Fiat Siena is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Siena. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Siena weights approximately 150 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Fiat Siena (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 2001 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Civic | Siena |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2380 mm |
