2004 Fiat Siena vs. 1987 Lada Samara
To start off, 2004 Fiat Siena is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Siena (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Siena weights approximately 120 kg more than 1987 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Lada Samara (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Siena. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Siena | 1987 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Siena | Samara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
