1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 915 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Seicento | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |