2006 Fiat Siena vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Because 1999 Holden Berlina 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 1999 Holden Berlina. 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Siena | Berlina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |
