2007 Fiat Siena vs. 1980 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki Cervo 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 74 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Siena weights approximately 535 kg more than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Suzuki Cervo 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 1980 Suzuki Cervo. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Siena | 1980 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Siena | Cervo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2040 mm |
