2006 Fiat Siena vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 745 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Fiat Siena (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Siena | 1978 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Siena | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 61 L |