1965 Abarth 700 vs. 2001 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2001 Fiat Seicento is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 165 kg more than 1965 Abarth 700.
Because 1965 Abarth 700 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 1965 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Fiat Seicento (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth 700 | 2001 Fiat Seicento | |
Make | Abarth | Fiat |
Model | 700 | Seicento |
Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1116 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 35 L |