2006 Fiat Siena vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Siena (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 265 kg more than 1959 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Rover P4 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 1959 Rover P4. 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, 1959 Rover P4 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Siena | P4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 54 L |
