2006 Fiat Siena vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Siena (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 893 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Siena | Escort |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 64.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 48 L |
