2006 Fiat Siena vs. 1988 Ford Mustang
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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 529 kg more than 1988 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Ford Mustang 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 1988 Ford Mustang. 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, 1988 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Siena | Mustang |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2560 mm |