2003 Fiat Siena vs. 1986 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 2003 Fiat Siena is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Plymouth Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Plymouth Caravelle would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Siena (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Plymouth Caravelle. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1986 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 115 kg more than 2003 Fiat Siena.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Plymouth Caravelle (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Siena. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Siena | 1986 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Siena | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
