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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Siena. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Siena weights approximately 235 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356.
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 (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 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 | 1697 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 52 L |
