2008 Fiat Siena vs. 1979 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2008 Fiat Siena is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Siena (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Siena weights approximately 93 kg more than 1979 Plymouth Horizon. 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, 2008 Fiat Siena (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Siena | 1979 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Siena | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
