2006 Fiat Siena vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 37 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Siena | Tempra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1133 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
