1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1998 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 70 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1998 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulietta | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 35 L |
