1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1951 Tatra T600
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Tatra T600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Tatra T600 (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Tatra T600 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Tatra T600 weights approximately 440 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 1951 Tatra T600 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 1951 Tatra T600. 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, 1951 Tatra T600 (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Tatra T600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1951 Tatra T600 | |
Make | Fiat | Tatra |
Model | Seicento | T600 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1951 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |