2006 Fiat Siena vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 673 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Because 1983 Toyota Celica 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 1983 Toyota Celica. 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, 1983 Toyota Celica (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Siena | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Siena | Celica |
Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |