2003 Fiat Siena vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2003 Fiat Siena is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Siena. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Siena weights approximately 130 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Siena. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Siena | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Siena | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
