Fiat Siena 178 1.7 TD (72 Hp)


Fiat Siena:

The Fiat Siena is a subcompact car produced by the Italian manufacturer Fiat from 1996 to 2021. It is the four-door sedan version of the Fiat Palio, a supermini car especially designed for developing countries. It was introduced for the first time in South America, and was produced in various countries worldwide. Later, in 2002, a similar car based on the same platform was developed for the European market, the Fiat Albea. It replaced the Siena in these European markets, such as Poland and Turkey, where the original model was previously sold....(Read more on Wikipedia)

178 Overview:

Fiat Siena (178). With 137 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1065 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14.8 s). The top speed reaches 164 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Efficiency-focused engine (69 hp), ideal for city commuting.
  • • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 14.8 sec).
  • • Generous trunk capacity of 500 Liters.
  • • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.

Cons:

  • • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.


Specifications:

General:
Brand:Fiat
Model:Siena
Generation:178
Modification (Engine):1.7 TD (72 Hp)
Start of production:1996
End of production:2000
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Sedan
Seats:5
Doors:4
Engine:
Power:72 Hp @ 4500 rpm.
Power per litre:42.4 Hp/l
Torque:137 Nm @ 2500 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:176 A5.000
Engine displacement:1698
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:2
Fuel injection system:Precombustion chamber injection
Engine aspiration:Turbocharger
Engine oil capacity:4.3 l
Coolant:7.1 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:82.6 mm mm
Piston Stroke:79.2 mm mm
Compression ratio:20.3:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Diesel
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:14.8 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:14.8 sec
Maximum speed:164 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:14.8 kg/Hp, 67.6 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:7.8 kg/Nm, 128.6 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:14.1 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1065
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:850 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:500 l
Fuel tank capacity:48 l
Size:
Length:4100 mm mm
Width:1614 mm mm
Height:1440 mm mm
Wheelbase:2360 mm mm
Front track:1388 mm
Rear (Back) track:1378 mm
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesDisc
Rear brakesDrum
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size175/70 R13
Front suspensionCoil spring
Rear suspensionCoil spring

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