2007 Fiat Siena vs. 1990 Lada Samara
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Samara 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 36 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Siena weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 Lada Samara. 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, 1990 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (75 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Siena | 1990 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Siena | Samara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
