2003 Fiat Siena vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Fiat Siena is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Siena (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (56 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Siena weights approximately 186 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 1974 Toyota Corolla. 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 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Siena | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Siena | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |