2006 Fiat Siena vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Siena (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 685 kg more than 1956 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Siena (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | Siena | 311 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
