2007 Fiat Siena vs. 1972 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,483 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Skyline (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Siena. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Siena weights approximately 90 kg more than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1972 Nissan Skyline 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 1972 Nissan Skyline. 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, 1972 Nissan Skyline (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Siena | 1972 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Siena | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |
