2000 Fiat Siena vs. 1975 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2000 Fiat Siena is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,910 cc, 2000 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Cortina (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Siena. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Siena weights approximately 355 kg more than 1975 Ford Cortina.
Because 1975 Ford Cortina 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 1975 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Fiat Siena (200 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm). This means 2000 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Siena | 1975 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Siena | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 945 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
