2006 Fiat Siena vs. 1989 TVR 400
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 TVR 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 TVR 400 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR 400 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 633 kg more than 1989 TVR 400.
Because 1989 TVR 400 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 1989 TVR 400. 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, 1989 TVR 400 (366 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 TVR 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 1989 TVR 400 | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | Siena | 400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2420 mm |
