1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1970 Fiat 500
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 270 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 500 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 1970 Fiat 500. 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 (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 1970 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Seicento | 500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 1850 mm |
