1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1961 Seat 600
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 600 would be higher. At 899 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Seicento (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 154 kg more than 1961 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Seat 600 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 1961 Seat 600. 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, 1998 Fiat Seicento (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1961 Seat 600 | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Seicento | 600 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2010 mm |