2006 Fiat Siena vs. 1976 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1976 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 60 kg more than 1976 Mazda RX-4.
Because 1976 Mazda RX-4 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 1976 Mazda RX-4. 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, 1976 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 1976 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Siena | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
