2003 Fiat Siena vs. 1960 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 Fiat Siena is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Siena (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Siena weights approximately 80 kg more than 1960 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Toyota Corona 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 1960 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Fiat Siena (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Corona. (65 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Siena | 1960 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Siena | Corona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
