2006 Fiat Siena vs. 1975 Ford Capri
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Capri (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 147 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri.
Because 1975 Ford Capri 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 1975 Ford Capri. 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, 1975 Ford Capri (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 1975 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Siena | Capri |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |
