1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 30 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, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Seicento | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2110 mm |
