2005 Fiat Siena vs. 1991 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2005 Fiat Siena is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Vanette (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Siena. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Fiat Siena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Nissan Vanette 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 1991 Nissan Vanette. 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, 1991 Nissan Vanette (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Siena. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Siena | 1991 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Siena | Vanette |
Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2080 mm |