2006 Fiat Siena vs. 1996 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 783 kg more than 1996 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1996 Italdesign Nazca 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 1996 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Siena | 1996 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Fiat | Italdesign |
Model | Siena | Nazca |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |