1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 2000 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2000 Fiat Seicento is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,646 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 310 (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Alpine A 310 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 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 310 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1971 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alpine A 310 | 2000 Fiat Seicento | |
Make | Alpine | Fiat |
Model | A 310 | Seicento |
Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1646 cc | 1114 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |