2000 Fiat Siena vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare

To start off, 2000 Fiat Siena is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Siena. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 185 kg more than 2000 Fiat Siena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1979 Plymouth Volare 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 1979 Plymouth Volare. 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, 1979 Plymouth Volare (232 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Siena. (200 Nm). This means 1979 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Siena.

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