2005 Fiat Siena vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 2005 Fiat Siena is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Porsche 356 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Siena. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Siena weights approximately 240 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356.
Because 1954 Porsche 356 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 1954 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1954 Porsche 356 (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Siena. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Siena | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Siena | 356 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2110 mm |