1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1999 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 1999 Fiat Seicento is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,563 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 100 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Because 1971 Alpine A 110 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 1971 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1971 Alpine A 110 (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1971 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 1999 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 110 | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |
