1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 10 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 626 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 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Seicento | Jetta |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |