2008 Fiat Siena vs. 1992 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Fiat Siena is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Civic 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 10 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Siena weights approximately 78 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic. 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, 1992 Honda Civic (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Siena | 1992 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Siena | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
