2006 Fiat Siena vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Rover P5 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Fiat Siena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Rover P5 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 1962 Rover P5. 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, 1962 Rover P5 (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 1962 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Siena | P5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 105 mm |
| 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 | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
