1988 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2011 Fiat Siena is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Siena (106 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort.
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, 2011 Fiat Siena (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Escort | 2011 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Escort | Siena |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |
