1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1998 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 160 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1998 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfasud | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 67.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
