2007 Fiat Siena vs. 1973 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Carina (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Siena. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Siena weights approximately 140 kg more than 1973 Toyota Carina.
Because 1973 Toyota Carina 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 1973 Toyota Carina. 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, both vehicles can yield 135 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Siena | 1973 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Siena | Carina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2430 mm |
