2008 Fiat Siena vs. 1965 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2008 Fiat Siena is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Siena. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 386 kg more than 2008 Fiat Siena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Avanti Avanti 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 1965 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Siena. 1965 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Siena has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Siena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Fiat Siena | 1965 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Fiat | Avanti |
Model | Siena | Avanti |
Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 95 L |