Fiat Siena 178 1.4 i EL (71 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 108 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1025 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.9 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 (71 hp), ideal for city commuting.
  • • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 12.9 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: 2001 - 2002).

General:
Brand:Fiat
Model:Siena
Generation:178
Modification (Engine):1.4 i EL (71 Hp)
Start of production:2002
End of production:2002
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Sedan
Seats:5
Doors:4
Engine:
Power:71 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:51.7 Hp/l [Same length.]
Torque:108 Nm @ 3000 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:178B2016 More details about the engine 178B2016
Engine displacement:1372
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:2
Fuel injection system:Single-point injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Engine oil capacity:3.6 l
Coolant:6.9 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:80.5 mm mm
Piston Stroke:67.4 mm mm
Compression ratio:9.2:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:12.9 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:12.9 sec
Maximum speed:164 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:14.4 kg/Hp, 69.3 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:9.5 kg/Nm, 105.4 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:12.3 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1025
Max. weight:1510
Max load:485
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:850 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:500 l
Fuel tank capacity:48 l
Size:
Length:4100 mm mm [Same length.]
Width:1614 mm mm [Same width.]
Height:1440 mm mm [Same height.]
Wheelbase:2360 mm mm [Same wheelbase.]
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 [bad for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDrum [bad for performance and cooling.]
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Tires size175/65 R14
Wheel rims size14
Front suspensionCoil spring
Rear suspensionCoil spring

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