2004 Fiat Siena vs. 1991 Ford Laser
To start off, 2004 Fiat Siena is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Siena. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Siena weights approximately 15 kg more than 1991 Ford Laser.
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, 1991 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Siena. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Siena. 1991 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Siena has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Siena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Siena | 1991 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Siena | Laser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
