1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1970 Seat 124
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Seat 124 weights approximately 206 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1970 Seat 124 | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Seicento | 124 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |