2004 Fiat Siena vs. 1981 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 2004 Fiat Siena is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Siena (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Siena weights approximately 485 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Suzuki Cervo 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 1981 Suzuki Cervo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Fiat Siena (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Siena | 1981 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Siena | Cervo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2040 mm |
