1997 Honda CRX vs. 2011 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2011 Fiat Siena is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Siena weights approximately 40 kg more than 1997 Honda CRX.
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, 1997 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Siena. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda CRX | 2011 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | CRX | Siena |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 20.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
