2003 Fiat Siena vs. 1988 Vauxhall Belmont

To start off, 2003 Fiat Siena is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Vauxhall Belmont (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Siena. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Siena weights approximately 60 kg more than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont.

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 Vauxhall Belmont (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Siena. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Vauxhall Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Siena.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Fiat Siena 1988 Vauxhall Belmont
Make Fiat Vauxhall
Model Siena Belmont
Year Released 2003 1988
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 999 cc 1297 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 70 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 95 Nm 101 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1020 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 4110 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2530 mm


 

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