2007 Fiat Siena vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Siena (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Siena weights approximately 275 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Porsche 356 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 1958 Porsche 356. 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 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Siena | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Siena | 356 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 52 L |
