2006 Fiat Siena vs. 1975 ZIL 117
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1780 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 1975 ZIL 117 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 ZIL 117. 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 ZIL 117 (571 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1975 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 1975 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Fiat | ZIL |
| Model | Siena | 117 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3310 mm |
