2006 Fiat Siena vs. 1957 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Talbot 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Talbot 2500 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 783 kg more than 1957 Talbot 2500.
Because 1957 Talbot 2500 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 1957 Talbot 2500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1957 Talbot 2500 (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1957 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Siena | 1957 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Fiat | Talbot |
Model | Siena | 2500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |