2007 Fiat Siena vs. 1988 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fiesta 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 56 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Siena weights approximately 302 kg more than 1988 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Siena | 1988 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Siena | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 768 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2300 mm |
