1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volkswagen Santana weights approximately 295 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, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (100 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Seicento | Santana |
Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 140 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 | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |