2003 Fiat Siena vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2003 Fiat Siena is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Kadett (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Siena. (69 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Siena weights approximately 93 kg more than 1988 Opel Kadett.
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, 1988 Opel Kadett (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Siena. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Siena | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Siena | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
