2005 Fiat Siena vs. 1972 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 2005 Fiat Siena is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 1,853 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Triumph Dolomite (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Siena. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Siena weights approximately 53 kg more than 1972 Triumph Dolomite.
Because 1972 Triumph Dolomite 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 1972 Triumph Dolomite. 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, 1972 Triumph Dolomite (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Siena. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Siena | 1972 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Siena | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1853 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 967 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
