2007 Fiat Siena vs. 1989 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Opel Corsa 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 1989 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1989 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Siena weights approximately 300 kg more than 1989 Opel Corsa. 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 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Siena | 1989 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Siena | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 993 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 | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
