2008 Fiat Siena vs. 1954 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2008 Fiat Siena is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Siena (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2008 Fiat Siena.
Because 1954 Fiat 1400 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 1954 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1954 Fiat 1400 (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1954 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Siena | 1954 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Siena | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
