1993 Alpina B6 vs. 2001 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2001 Fiat Seicento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alpina B6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alpina B6 would be higher. At 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpina B6 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2001 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Alpina B6 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 1993 Alpina B6. 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, 1993 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 2001 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Alpina | Fiat |
| Model | B6 | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
