2005 Fiat Siena vs. 1976 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Fiat Siena is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Siena (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Siena weights approximately 290 kg more than 1976 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2005 Fiat Siena (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Siena | 1976 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Siena | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2290 mm |
