1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1983 Renault 18
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 18 (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Renault 18 weights approximately 290 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, 1983 Renault 18 (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1983 Renault 18 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Seicento | 18 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1647 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |