2006 Fiat Siena vs. 1976 Nissan Cedric

To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Siena (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 427 kg more than 1976 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1976 Nissan Cedric 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 Nissan Cedric. 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 Nissan Cedric (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.

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2006 Fiat Siena 1976 Nissan Cedric
Make Fiat Nissan
Model Siena Cedric
Year Released 2006 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1581 cc 1982 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 74 Nm 147 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1783 kg 1356 kg
Vehicle Length 3830 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2700 mm