1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1986 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault Alpine (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault Alpine weights approximately 447 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.
Because 1986 Renault Alpine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Renault Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Renault Alpine (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 1986 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Seicento | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 72 L |
