Fiat Siena 178 1.0 i 16V (70 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 94 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1020 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14.9 s). The top speed reaches 160 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 (80 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 12.6 sec).
- • Generous trunk capacity of 500 Liters.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(178: 1996 - 2000).
| General: |
| Brand: | Fiat |
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| Model: | Siena |
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| Generation: | 178 |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.0 i 16V (70 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 1997 |
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| End of production: | 2000 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Sedan |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 4 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 70 Hp @ 5750 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 70.1 Hp/l [Same length.] |
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| Torque: | 94 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
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| Engine displacement: | 999 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 70 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 64.9 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 10.2:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 14.9 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 14.9 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 160 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 14.6 kg/Hp, 68.6 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 10.9 kg/Nm, 92.2 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 14.2 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1020 |
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| Max. weight: | 1420 |
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| Max load: | 400 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 850 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 500 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 48 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4100 mm mm [Same length.] |
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| Width: | 1614 mm mm [Same width.] |
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| Height: | 1445 mm mm [Same height.] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2360 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
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| Front track: | 1388 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1378 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 175/70 R13 |
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| Front suspension | Coil spring |
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| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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