2003 Fiat Siena vs. 1996 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2003 Fiat Siena is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Skoda Felicia (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Siena. (69 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Felicia should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Siena weights approximately 95 kg more than 1996 Skoda Felicia.
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, 1996 Skoda Felicia (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Siena. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Siena | 1996 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Siena | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
