1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1966 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flavia (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 430 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, 1966 Lancia Flavia (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1966 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Seicento | Flavia |
Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |