1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1982 Renault 14
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 14 would be higher. At 1,217 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 14 (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 14 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 14 weights approximately 135 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, 1982 Renault 14 (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 1982 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Seicento | 14 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 1217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 48 L |
