1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 9 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 9 weights approximately 171 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, 1981 Renault 9 (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1981 Renault 9 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Seicento | 9 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83.5 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2490 mm |