2006 Fiat Siena vs. 1988 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Siena (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 758 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Ford Escort (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 1988 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Siena | Escort |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2400 mm |
