2007 Fiat Siena vs. 1956 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Siena (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Siena weights approximately 305 kg more than 1956 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Ford Prefect 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 1956 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Fiat Siena (75 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Siena | 1956 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Siena | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2220 mm |
