1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 9 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 479 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (171 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Seicento | Polo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 92.8 mm |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
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 | 1209 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |