1993 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2010 Fiat Siena is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Siena (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 140 kg more than 2010 Fiat Siena.
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, 2010 Fiat Siena (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
| Model | Golf | Siena |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2370 mm |
