1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1998 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 10 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 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1998 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulia | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 143 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 | 745 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |
